University Of North Carolina, Charlotte
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of North Carolina, Charlotte, explained in plain language.
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New training method aims to stop ACL tears before they happen
Prevention CompletedThis study tested whether giving people specific feedback about how they move can help prevent ACL knee injuries. 45 physically active adults did 4 weeks of jump training with either visual or auditory feedback. The goal was to see if these methods improve landing mechanics bette…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Charlotte • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:07 UTC
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Simple shoe wedge may replace surgery for Post-Knee replacement stiffness
Symptom relief CompletedThis early study tested a simple shoe wedge designed to help people who have trouble fully straightening their knee after total knee replacement surgery. Eight adults wore the wedge on their shoe for 4 weeks while walking. The goal was to see if this non-invasive device could red…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Charlotte • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:09 UTC
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New school curriculum aims to curb eating disorders by teaching teens to eat intuitively
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a 3-lesson nutrition curriculum called 'Let's Eat' in middle schools. The program focuses on eating based on internal cues, pleasure, and community, rather than dieting. Researchers wanted to see if students and teachers found it acceptable and if it could impro…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Charlotte • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 23, 2026 11:55 UTC