University Of Utah

This study tested whether a shorter, more intense 9-day radiation schedule works as well as the standard 6-8 week treatment for early-stage breast cancer. It involved 102 patients who had undergone lumpectomy, aiming to see if the shorter treatment controls cancer equally while p…

This study tested a program to help people who recently lost weight keep it off long-term. It trained regular clinic staff, like nurses and medical assistants, to provide coaching through an online patient portal. The goal was to see if this approach, integrated into normal healt…

This study tested a new, low-cost method for making platelet-rich plasma (PRP), a treatment injection for knee osteoarthritis. Researchers compared their cheaper PRP to standard, expensive kits to see if it worked the same. They also tracked pain and function in 20 patients with …

This study compared four different knee replacement implants to see which ones help patients recover strength, balance, and mobility best after surgery. Researchers followed 120 adults with knee arthritis for two years, measuring how well they could walk, climb stairs, and stand …

This small, completed study tested whether a special eye drop containing EDTA could help heal cold sores faster than the standard over-the-counter cream, Abreva. Researchers enrolled 10 adults with a history of cold sores triggered by sunlight. They used UV light to intentionally…

This study tested whether sending reminders to parents could help more children in rural areas get vaccinated against HPV, a virus that can cause several cancers. Researchers worked with four community clinics to send automated texts, calls, letters, or live calls to over 300 par…

This study aimed to find the best way to get more people at Utah community health centers tested for COVID-19. Researchers compared sending automated text messages to sending texts plus offering help from a 'patient navigator' to overcome barriers like transportation. Over 44,000…

This small, completed study aimed to see if it's practical to run a larger trial comparing a blood thinner injection to no treatment for preventing blood clots after a cesarean delivery. It enrolled 64 people who had a C-section at one hospital. The main goal was to check if enou…

This study tested a school-based program designed to prevent skin cancer in rural teenagers. About 38 students from Utah high schools participated in classroom lessons about sun safety and created personal protection plans. Researchers used surveys to see if the program changed s…

This study tested whether mindfulness training could help adults who had recently lost weight keep it off. Researchers worked with 48 people, including some who had bariatric surgery, to see if learning mindful awareness of eating behaviors would prevent weight regain over 6 mont…

This study tested a smartphone app designed to help prevent skin cancer in children. It gave kids and their parents real-time feedback on their sun exposure and reminders to use sunscreen or protective clothing. The goal was to see if this approach could reduce sunburns and encou…

This project aimed to find the best way to help more patients at Utah community health centers get COVID-19 vaccines. Researchers tested two methods: sending reminder text messages, and combining texts with extra support from a 'patient navigator' to help with scheduling or answe…

This study tested a new program in community pharmacies to help patients avoid drinking alcohol while taking opioid pain medications, which is a known health hazard. The program involved screening, brief counseling, and medication management. Researchers worked with 112 adult pat…

This study tested a new virtual training program called FLAPS, designed to teach organization members how to better support suicide prevention for autistic people. Fifty-one participants from organizations that work with autistic people completed four online educational sessions.…

This study tested a personalized school program called SHINE, designed to teach high school students better sun protection habits and reduce intentional tanning. Over 2,200 students from 30 Utah schools participated, with half receiving the SHINE program and half receiving standa…

This study tested whether an injection of sterile amniotic fluid works better than the standard steroid injection to reduce pain and improve movement in people with knee osteoarthritis. 60 adults with ongoing knee pain received one type of injection without knowing which one. Res…

This study tested whether a 12-week exercise program, with or without an online therapy course, could help reduce severe tiredness in men with advanced prostate cancer. It involved 126 participants who reported significant fatigue and were not regularly active. The main goal was …

This study tested whether a medicated cloth (Qbrexza) could reduce excessive sweating where a prosthetic limb attaches. Thirteen people with limb amputations used either the active cloth or a placebo for four weeks, then switched, to see if it improved sweat control and how well …

This study tested if a concentrated dose of a patient's own blood platelets, called platelet-rich plasma (PRP), could help people with a painful tear in their hip cartilage (labrum). Thirty adults under 50 who had not improved with other treatments received a PRP injection into t…

This study tested whether Reiki (a hands-on energy therapy), mindfulness meditation, or a placebo treatment could reduce pain and improve quality of life for people with knee osteoarthritis. Researchers compared these three approaches against a waitlist group in 164 participants.…

This study tested a new treatment for chronic back and leg pain caused by spinal stenosis, a narrowing of the spine. Researchers compared an injection made from filtered human amniotic fluid, which has natural healing properties, against the standard steroid injection. The goal w…

This small pilot study tested whether a procedure called genicular nerve radiofrequency ablation (RFA) could reduce chronic pain in people who still had knee pain more than a year after a total knee replacement. The procedure uses heat to temporarily disable specific nerves aroun…

This study explored a new approach to help people with long-term muscle and bone pain who take opioid painkillers. Researchers tested if training physical therapists to use mindfulness techniques during therapy could help patients manage pain better and potentially use fewer opio…

This study aimed to find the most effective sequence of non-drug treatments for adults with chronic low back pain. It tested whether starting with physical therapy or cognitive behavioral therapy worked best. For people who didn't improve with their first treatment, it then teste…

This study tested whether a drug called dexmedetomidine is a safe and effective alternative to morphine for managing pain and sedation in newborns with brain injury who are undergoing therapeutic cooling. It involved 50 newborns and aimed to find the right dose and check for safe…

This small, completed study tested a new cream containing two antiviral medicines against the over-the-counter treatment Abreva. It involved 40 adults who get cold sores triggered by sun exposure. Researchers used UV light to intentionally trigger an outbreak, then compared how w…

This study tested if a lower-cost version of a platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection could safely help manage painful, swollen joints caused by bleeding into them (hemarthropathy), a common problem for people with conditions like hemophilia. Fourteen participants with knee, ankle,…

This small pilot study tested whether Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy (EAET) could help reduce migraine frequency and severity. Thirty adults with migraines were randomly assigned to either receive 8 weeks of online group therapy sessions or wait for treatment. Researc…

This study aimed to understand why being inactive after surgery or injury can harm blood vessels and muscles, especially in older adults. Researchers measured blood flow in the arms and legs of 14 participants to see how inactivity affects the body. The goal was to gather knowled…

This study aimed to understand how the body absorbs CBD and THC from a specific hemp-based cosmetic product. Healthy volunteers either applied the cream to their skin or swallowed it, and researchers measured the levels in their blood and urine. The goal was purely to gather info…

This study aimed to find out which online messages about colon cancer screening people find most persuasive and likely to share. Over 2,200 Black and White Americans aged 45-74 reviewed different messages. The goal was to learn what kind of information encourages people to follow…

This study compared two ways to offer genetic services to people with a family history of cancer. Researchers wanted to see if an automated, patient-led education tool got more people to complete genetic testing than the standard model with a genetic counselor. They also looked a…

This study tested different ways to communicate medical risks and benefits to parents and caregivers of children with complex health conditions. Researchers showed 831 participants simulated clinic visit videos and surveyed them about their decision-making experience. The goal wa…

This study tested a special training program for doctors and nurses who help women give birth in Tanzania. The goal was to see if the training could reduce stigma against women with HIV and make childbirth care more respectful. Researchers compared the experiences of over 200 wom…

This study aimed to understand how different social media messages influence people's plans to get screened for colorectal cancer. Researchers surveyed over 2,000 Black and White American adults, showing them different types of messages to see which ones made people more likely t…

This study aimed to understand how quickly new eye surgeons learn to implant a tiny device called the Hydrus microstent, which is used to treat glaucoma. Researchers watched surgery videos from 5 new glaucoma fellows to count how many procedures it took them to perform competentl…

This study tested a new wireless insole device that measures how people walk and bear weight after knee or hip replacement surgery. Researchers wanted to see if the device could accurately track recovery and if giving patients real-time feedback about their walking pattern could …