University Of Southern Denmark
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Southern Denmark, explained in plain language.
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Can a vacuum dressing save amputation patients from more surgery?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a special vacuum dressing (negative pressure wound therapy) helps wounds heal better after major leg amputations. 158 adults who had a leg amputation (not due to injury) took part. The goal was to see if this dressing reduces problems like infection, reo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Southern Denmark • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 12, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Christmas seal home stay boosts Kids' health
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether a 10-week stay at a Danish Christmas Seal Home can improve the health, fitness, and well-being of overweight children aged 7-14. It also tested if adding a special high-intensity activity and health education program (FIFA 11 for Health) made a bigger…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Southern Denmark • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 09, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Phone app mindfulness boosts sleep in healthy adults
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a 10-day smartphone app-based mindfulness program can improve sleep and reduce stress in healthy adults. 91 healthy adults were randomly assigned to either a mindfulness group (daily 10-minute guided sessions via the Ōura app) or a waitlist control group…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Southern Denmark • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 12, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New online program aims to ease ADHD symptoms in Moms-to-Be
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a therapist-guided online program called AMOR for pregnant women and new mothers with ADHD. 31 participants listened to podcasts and attended online group sessions. The goal was to see if the program was easy to use and helpful for managing ADHD, stress, anxiety…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Southern Denmark • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 12, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Robotic vs. open hernia surgery: which is better for recovery?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two ways to fix a ventral hernia (a bulge in the belly wall): traditional open surgery and robotic-assisted surgery. Fifty-six adults with midline hernias were randomly assigned to one method. Researchers looked at how long patients stayed in the hospital, pai…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Southern Denmark • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 11, 2026 11:57 UTC
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Heel pain showdown: surgery or exercise for plantar fasciitis?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether surgery (radiofrequency microtenotomy) or non-surgical treatment (strength training) works better for chronic plantar fasciitis—a common cause of heel pain. 70 adults with heel pain lasting over 7 months took part. The main goal was to see which approach…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Southern Denmark • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 03, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Are doctors chained to computers? study tracks ER time
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study watched 9 emergency room doctors to see how they split their time between seeing patients, doing paperwork, and talking with coworkers. The goal was to find out if new computer systems are taking doctors away from patients. No treatments or cures were tested.
Sponsor: University of Southern Denmark • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 12, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Gestational diabetes: a window to future diabetes risk?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 210 women who had gestational diabetes during pregnancy, comparing them to similar women without it about 8 years later. Researchers measured blood sugar, insulin, and lifestyle factors to understand who develops type 2 diabetes. The goal was to learn which r…
Sponsor: University of Southern Denmark • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 10, 2026 13:28 UTC
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New study seeks better ways to diagnose and predict inflammatory bowel disease
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 366 adults referred for suspected inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. The goal was to find simple, non-invasive markers that can help doctors diagnose IBD more accurately and predict how the disease will progres…
Sponsor: University of Southern Denmark • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 09, 2026 12:07 UTC
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5,000 people with diabetes share health Know-How gaps
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study surveyed over 4,600 people living with type 2 diabetes and multiple health conditions, along with their family members. The goal was to identify their health literacy strengths and needs using a detailed questionnaire. The results will help improve support an…
Sponsor: University of Southern Denmark • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 08, 2026 13:05 UTC