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Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Michigan, explained in plain language.
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New study aims to help guatemalans with two tough conditions at once
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will see if a program called HEARTS helps people who have both high blood pressure and diabetes get better care. About 1,440 adults in Guatemala will take part. Some clinics will use the HEARTS program, while others will continue their usual care. The study will check …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:42 UTC
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Menthol smokers get digital help to kick the habit
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests if adding a digital, incentive-based program to standard quitline services helps adults who smoke menthol cigarettes quit. About 1200 participants will receive coaching, support, and possibly rewards for staying smoke-free. The goal is to see if this approach imp…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:31 UTC
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New study tests whether guided weight loss beats pamphlets for obesity
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a program called MiWeigh that helps people with obesity and related health problems (like diabetes or high blood pressure) lose weight. About 500 adults will either get the program or just information about weight loss. Researchers will measure weight change afte…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 26, 2026 20:02 UTC
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Snapchat study aims to curb binge drinking in young adults
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new prevention program delivered through social media to help young adults reduce risky drinking. Researchers will recruit 450 participants who report high-intensity drinking and use Snapchat regularly. The program aims to promote wellness and cut down on alcoh…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:42 UTC
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New program aims to empower Spanish-Speaking moms and prevent mental health struggles
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests a 12-week group program called Mama Empoderada, designed to support Spanish-speaking mothers of children aged 6 or younger. The program aims to prevent depression, anxiety, and parenting stress while improving mothers' confidence and connection with their childre…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:32 UTC
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New brain zaps aim to unfreeze Parkinson's gait
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new, high-dose brain stimulation method to help people with Parkinson's disease who have trouble walking, including freezing and falls. Researchers will use a non-invasive technique called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) on 20 participants. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:31 UTC
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New leg band could ease bowel troubles for spinal cord injury patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a leg-worn device called AccelBand that uses mild electrical pulses to improve bowel function in people with spinal cord injury. About 100 participants will receive either active treatment or a sham (inactive) device to see if it reduces constipation and other bo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:29 UTC
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Peer support trial aims to ease depression and anxiety in hormone patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a peer support program is practical and helpful for people starting or continuing hormone care who also have mild depression or anxiety. About 100 participants will be randomly assigned to either the peer support program or standard care, and followed for…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:57 UTC
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Could a common antidepressant calm Crohn's belly pain even when inflammation is gone?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingMany people with Crohn's disease still have stomach pain, bloating, or diarrhea even when their disease is not active. This study tests if a low dose of amitriptyline, a drug already used for irritable bowel syndrome, can safely reduce those symptoms. About 100 adults with quiet …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:02 UTC
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AI chatbot tested to support stressed caregivers
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether an AI-powered chatbot app is practical and acceptable for family caregivers of people with traumatic brain injury, dementia, or Huntington disease. About 60 caregivers will use the app for 8 weeks, focusing on physical and mental health. They will com…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:43 UTC
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Scientists hunt for poop clues to IBS diet cheating
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find a simple marker in stool or urine that can tell if people with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) are sticking to their prescribed diet. Researchers will track what 94 participants eat and look for changes in certain carbohydrates. The goal is to create an obj…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:43 UTC
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Can mindfulness help heal trauma in Justice-Involved black teens?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at stress and PTSD in Black teenage girls (ages 14-18) who have been involved with the justice system, along with their parents or caregivers. Researchers will test a mindfulness-based program to see if it helps reduce symptoms and understand what makes it easier…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:41 UTC
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Can changing habits help IBD? new study tests Self-Management program
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a self-management program can improve health and quality of life for people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. The program focuses on changing behaviors to help manage the condition. The study will enr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Texting to save lives: new study tests digital safety net for suicide prevention
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a text-based safety plan and supportive messages can help adults who recently had suicidal thoughts or actions after leaving the emergency department. Researchers will enroll 120 adults and track how many join, stay, and find the program helpful. The g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:53 UTC
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New program aims to break the silence on teen mental health in latino families
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a program called Enlace Familiar, designed to help Latino teens aged 14-18 talk about their mental health with parents or trusted adults. About 64 teens will take part, with half receiving the program and half in a control group. The goal is to see if the program…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 08, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Fasting plus exercise: a promising combo for weight loss?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether daytime fasting during Ramadan, alone or with moderate aerobic exercise, can help overweight adults lose body fat and improve heart health. About 30 participants will be randomly assigned to fasting only or fasting plus supervised exercise. Measurement…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 08, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Hospitals get a boost: new study aims to make labor induction safer and more effective
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how to best support hospitals in using proven techniques for inducing labor. Researchers will test different strategies to help doctors and nurses follow the latest evidence-based practices. The goal is to improve care and outcomes for mothers and babies. The …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 06, 2026 16:02 UTC