University Of Michigan

This study aims to see if combining Ramadan daytime fasting with a supervised aerobic exercise program leads to better improvements in body fat, blood sugar, and cholesterol levels compared to fasting alone. Researchers will enroll 30 overweight or obese adults who plan to fast f…

This study tests whether adding a digital rewards program to traditional phone-based quitline services helps adults who smoke menthol cigarettes quit more successfully. Researchers will enroll 1,200 participants who will receive coaching, support, and potential incentives through…

This study is testing whether a text message support program and a digital safety plan can help adults who recently visited the emergency room for suicidal thoughts or actions. Researchers want to see if people find these tools helpful and easy to use after they leave the hospita…

This study is testing a new weight management program called MiWeigh. It will compare people who get guided support through the program to those who just receive basic weight loss information. The goal is to see if the program helps people lose more weight and manage obesity-rela…

This study is testing a new prevention program delivered through social media to help young adults reduce risky binge drinking and improve their overall wellness. Researchers will enroll 450 young adults in the U.S. who report heavy drinking and use Snapchat regularly. The goal i…

This study is testing if a wearable leg band that delivers gentle electrical stimulation can help improve severe constipation and bowel problems in people with spinal cord injuries. Researchers will compare the real device to a fake one in 100 participants to see if it reduces sy…

This study is testing whether a smartphone app with an AI chatbot is a practical and helpful tool for family caregivers. It aims to help 60 caregivers of people with brain injuries, dementia, or Huntington's disease manage their own physical and mental health over 8 weeks. The ma…

This study aims to see if a peer support program is helpful and practical for improving mental health in people receiving hormone care. It will enroll 100 adults in Michigan who are starting or receiving hormone treatment and report mild depression or anxiety. Participants will b…

This study tests whether a new, intensive form of non-invasive brain stimulation can help improve walking difficulties, especially 'freezing of gait,' in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will use magnetic pulses targeted at specific brain networks to see if this appro…

This study is testing a new self-management program designed to help people with active Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. Researchers want to see if teaching patients specific skills and behaviors can improve their quality of life and health outcomes. The main goal of this s…

This small pilot study is testing whether a remote occupational therapy program is practical for seniors living in affordable housing. The program aims to help participants become more physically active, improve function, and manage pain by building new habits and skills. It comb…

This study aims to understand how the brain works differently when people who stutter speak fluently versus when they stutter. Researchers will use MRI brain scans to measure activity in 50 adults who stutter while they perform speech tasks. The goal is to gather knowledge about …

This study aims to understand PTSD symptoms and stress in justice-involved Black/African American adolescent girls and their parents. Researchers will interview participants and service providers to adapt a mindfulness-based stress reduction program to better fit their cultural n…