University Of Montana

This study tests a program that gives fresh fruits and vegetables to Native American adults aged 55 and older who face food insecurity and have type 2 diabetes or are at risk. Participants receive vouchers to buy healthy food at local centers, along with nutrition education. The …

This study tests a program called Cafe Move, designed to help older adults prevent physical frailty. Participants choose from various physical assessments and receive personalized reports on their performance. The goal is to make health promotion easy and accessible, helping peop…

This study tests two treatments for people with chronic cough that hasn't improved with usual care. One treatment teaches techniques to control coughing, and the other adds an inhaled natural substance meant to reduce cough sensitivity. Researchers will measure how well participa…

This trial tests a wearable-sensor system called MINDGAPS that tracks eye and body movements during balance exercises. Researchers want to see if it can improve dizziness and stability in older adults with vestibular hypofunction — a common cause of falls. The study also checks w…

This pilot study tests whether physical therapy that includes horseback riding (hippotherapy) can improve arm and hand skills in children aged 6-17 with neuromotor disorders like cerebral palsy or spina bifida. Twenty-four participants will receive either hippotherapy or standard…

This study looks at whether doulas with extra training in mental health support can help pregnant women in rural Montana feel more confident and less depressed. About 75 pregnant women will be split into three groups: one with a specially trained doula, one with a regular doula, …

This study tests whether a simple, handheld nebulizer can reliably measure how sensitive a person's cough reflex is, compared to expensive lab equipment. Ten healthy adults will take part, each using both methods. The goal is to see if the cheaper device gives consistent results,…