University Of Missouri-columbia
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Missouri-columbia, explained in plain language.
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Chest shell vs. face mask: new hope to keep ICU patients off ventilators
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study is testing if a new type of breathing support, which uses a gentle chest shell, works as well as the standard mask method for ICU patients at high risk of needing the breathing tube put back in. It will involve 50 patients who are ready to come off the main ventilator …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Missouri-Columbia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:31 UTC
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Sleep therapy may fight diabetes risk
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study is testing whether a talk therapy for insomnia can improve metabolic health in people with obesity and sleep problems. Twenty adults will receive either the sleep therapy or basic sleep education for five weeks. Researchers will measure changes in insulin resistance, b…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Missouri-Columbia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 24, 2026 12:02 UTC
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New remote program aims to boost independence for autistic youth
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study is testing a 12-week remote training program for autistic adolescents/young adults and a primary caregiver. The program focuses on solving problems and modifying activities to improve daily life skills, participation, and readiness for adulthood. Researchers want to se…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Missouri-Columbia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 24, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Skip the Doctor's office? study tests virtual recovery for broken wrists
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study is testing whether remote monitoring can be a safe and effective alternative to traditional in-person doctor visits for people recovering from wrist fracture surgery. It will compare recovery, patient satisfaction, and complication rates between 160 patients who use vi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Missouri-Columbia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 18, 2026 14:41 UTC
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New carbon fiber implant tested to help broken bones heal better
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two standard surgical methods for fixing a broken thigh bone near the knee. One method uses a new carbon fiber plate, and the other uses a standard metal plate and rod combination. The goal is to see which method helps the bone heal more reliably, reducing the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Missouri-Columbia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Feb 02, 2026 05:32 UTC
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Virtual coaching trial aims to boost independence for teens with CP
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study is testing whether a 12-week remote coaching program is practical and helpful for teenagers with cerebral palsy and their primary caregivers. The program focuses on improving participation in daily activities at home, school, and the community, and preparing for the tr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Missouri-Columbia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Can sleep therapy ease the lingering effects of a concussion?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study is testing a type of talk therapy called Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) in people who have had a mild traumatic brain injury (like a concussion) and now have trouble sleeping. Researchers want to see if improving sleep with this therapy can also help…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Missouri-Columbia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC
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New drug combo aims to slash pain and opioid use after complex spine operations
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study is testing whether giving three medications together during surgery can better control pain and reduce the need for opioid painkillers afterward in patients having complex, multi-level spine surgery. Researchers will compare the combination to standard care in about 25…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Missouri-Columbia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:34 UTC