University Of Southern Denmark

This study tested a new online program (HOPE-AF) designed to prevent depression in adults with atrial fibrillation (AF), a common heart rhythm problem. 28 participants used the program with therapist support. The goal was to see if people would stick with it and find it helpful. …

This study tested whether taking creatine monohydrate daily for seven weeks could reduce persistent symptoms after a mild concussion. Thirty-four adults aged 20-45 who had symptoms for 6-18 months took creatine, a placebo, or received usual care. While the trial showed it was fea…

This study tested a special talking therapy (values-based cognitive behavioral therapy) for 6 adults with spinal cord injury from road accidents. The goal was to see if it helps reduce daily pain and improve living according to personal values. Participants attended 10 therapy se…

This study looked at whether eating gluten-free can reduce stomach symptoms and tiredness in people with ulcerative colitis. Fifteen adults each spent one week on a gluten-free diet and one week eating high-gluten foods, while tracking their symptoms. The goal was to see if a glu…

This study compared two surgeries for severe thumb osteoarthritis: simple trapeziectomy (removing a small bone) and the Weilby procedure (bone removal plus ligament reconstruction). Sixty adults who did not get relief from non-surgical treatments took part. The goal was to see if…

This study reviewed medical records of 621 children in Denmark who received chemotherapy for acute leukemia between 2008 and 2022. The goal was to find out how many developed serious mold infections, how many died from them, and what factors made infection more likely. The result…

This study looked at whether using a robot to fix an inguinal hernia causes less stress on the body and leads to better recovery than standard laparoscopic surgery. 150 adults with inguinal hernias were randomly assigned to one of the two surgical methods. The main goal was to me…

This study looked at whether a 2014 Danish law requiring 45 minutes of daily physical activity in public schools actually made kids more active or helped with weight. Researchers tracked over 5,000 children using activity monitors and school health records. The goal was to see if…

This study tested whether a medication coordinator could help patients avoid risky or unnecessary drugs after leaving the hospital. 141 patients who took at least five medicines took part. The coordinator worked with patients to review their medications and create a personal plan…

This study looked at whether helping children aged 9-11 spend less time on screens and more time face-to-face with friends improves their wellbeing. About 685 kids took part, and the program focused on after-school and weekend activities. Researchers measured changes in social co…

This study tested a new program where community health nurses used video feedback to help parents become more sensitive to their baby's needs. The goal was to improve mental health and prevent unhealthy weight gain in infants showing early signs of difficulty. Over 400 families i…