University Of Salamanca
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Salamanca, explained in plain language.
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Surprising link: gum treatment may ease prostate and bladder woes
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether treating gum disease could help men with chronic prostate inflammation or repeated urinary tract infections. Researchers divided 60 men with both gum disease and these urinary conditions into groups that received different levels of dental care. They mea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Salamanca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:31 UTC
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Can brain exercises fight 'Chemobrain'?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a personalized brain training program could help breast cancer patients manage thinking and memory problems (often called 'chemobrain') that can occur during cancer treatment. Fifty patients were randomly assigned to either receive the training program p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Salamanca • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 02:41 UTC
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Can special massage and wrapping ease aching, swollen legs?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a special physical therapy program could help people with poor circulation in their leg veins. The therapy, which includes massage, compression, and bandaging, was compared to just doing exercises. Researchers measured changes in leg swelling, pain, and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Salamanca • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Zap your calf pain? study tests electric needles for muscle tears
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a treatment called percutaneous electrolysis helps adults recover from calf muscle tears. 75 participants with recent or lingering tears received either a strong electrical current, a weak current, or a fake treatment through a needle, along with standar…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Salamanca • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Brain training to fight phone anxiety?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a brain-training technique called neurofeedback could help reduce anxiety and psychological distress linked to heavy smartphone and internet use in young adults. Forty participants aged 18-30 were split into two groups. One group received 25 neurofeedbac…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Salamanca • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:15 UTC
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Scientists test new tools to measure aging muscles
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to check how well two new digital tools measure hand grip strength and muscle fatigue in older adults living at home. Researchers compared these new tools against a standard device in over 400 participants aged 60 and older. The goal was to see if the new tools a…
Sponsor: University of Salamanca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:10 UTC
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Can ditching your regular shoes make your feet stronger?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to see if wearing minimalist shoes (thin, flexible, flat shoes) for everyday activities over a year changes foot health compared to regular shoes. Researchers measured foot muscle size and strength, balance, and foot sensitivity in 90 healthy adults. One group wo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Salamanca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 11, 2026 14:54 UTC