University Of Toronto

This study looks at whether referring lonely older adults with diabetes to a social worker can help them feel less lonely and improve their blood sugar control. About 90 seniors will either meet with a social worker or continue their usual care. Researchers will check loneliness …

This study looks at whether adding physiotherapy to deep brain stimulation (DBS) helps people with Parkinson's disease move around more safely on their own. DBS is a surgery that improves symptoms like stiffness and slowness, but it hasn't been shown to increase community mobilit…

This study tests a brain-machine interface that can detect when a person with Parkinson's disease is about to freeze while walking and then stimulate the brain to prevent it. Ten people already scheduled for deep brain stimulation surgery will receive an additional brain-surface …

This study tests a computer tool called eAMS-Eco that helps doctors choose asthma inhalers with a lower carbon footprint. The tool adds environmental information to existing asthma treatment recommendations. Researchers will see if using this tool in four clinics reduces inhaler-…

This study looks at whether an online educational session can help people with Parkinson's disease who are considering deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery. About 60 patients will take part. The goal is to see if the virtual class improves their understanding, reduces anxiety, an…