University Of Nevada, Reno
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Nevada, Reno, explained in plain language.
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Ice pack study aims to cut painkiller use after shoulder surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether using a cold compression device after rotator cuff surgery helps patients feel less pain and use fewer opioid painkillers. Researchers compared 50 patients who received standard care to those who also used the cold therapy device for 30 days after surger…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Nevada, Reno • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:18 UTC
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Do 'Natural' cigarettes trick smokers into thinking They're safer?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study investigated whether cigarette labels like 'natural' or 'organic' influence smokers' beliefs and behavior. Researchers enrolled 184 daily smokers to see if these labels made people think the cigarettes were less harmful, changed how they smoked, or affected their expos…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Nevada, Reno • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 18, 2026 14:40 UTC