University Of Valencia

This study looks at whether a combination of physical exercise and a nutritional supplement (phenylcapsaicin) can improve body composition, metabolism, and overall health in adults aged 50-65 who are overweight but not obese. Participants must have at least two signs of mild meta…

This study looks at how scar tissue that forms after lumbar disc replacement surgery affects spine movement. Researchers want to know if repairing the outer ring of the disc during surgery leads to better results. The study involves 24 adults aged 18-50 with chronic low back pain…

This study tests whether a special gel (hyaluronic acid) can help regrow bone lost to severe gum disease, compared to another gel (enamel matrix derivative) or standard cleaning alone. Sixty adults with deep gum pockets will receive a non-surgical deep cleaning plus one of the ge…

This study tests whether a daily natural supplement combined with a twice-weekly exercise program can improve immune function and reduce inflammation in adults aged 65 and older. Over six months, 60 participants will take either the supplement or a placebo, all while following th…

This study looks at whether a short patient interview and physical exam can help doctors correctly identify when low back pain comes from the sacroiliac joint. About 140 adults with chronic low back or buttock pain will be checked. The goal is to improve diagnosis and reduce the …

This study tests whether a virtual assistant (a chatbot) can help adults aged 60 and older complete a 12-week home exercise program. Seventy participants will either use the virtual assistant or join a standard in-person class. The goal is to see if the tech-based approach improv…

This study tests a program that combines gentle exercise with pain education for women with endometriosis. The goal is to reduce chronic pain and improve daily life, including movement and sexual function. 62 women will be split into two groups: one gets the full program, the oth…

This study tests whether special materials placed under the foot can better distribute pressure and help heal diabetic foot ulcers. Researchers will measure blood flow and skin temperature in 46 adults with diabetes. The goal is to find materials that improve healing without surg…

This study tests whether adding blood flow restriction (BFR) therapy to standard physical therapy helps people recover faster after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) repair surgery. About 40 adults aged 18 to 45 who have had ACL surgery will be assigned to either standard rehab al…

This study tests whether taking dance classes twice a week for eight months can improve movement, daily activities, and quality of life in children aged 3 to 14 with motor impairments. Researchers will compare the dance group to a group that does not dance. The goal is to see if …

This study looks at whether a special exercise method called blood flow restriction (BFR) can help reduce pain and improve muscle function in people with severe knee osteoarthritis who are waiting for knee replacement surgery. Participants will try six different exercise setups t…

This study tests a program that combines exercise and education to help women going through menopause improve their strength, daily function, and emotional well-being. About 115 women aged 45 and older will take part. The goal is to see if this non-drug approach can ease symptoms…

This study tests whether doing exercises guided by a telerehabilitation app works better than following a paper exercise plan for people with low back pain. Researchers will measure disability, pain, movement, and other factors in 30 adults. The goal is to see if the app helps pe…

This study looks at how a single session of radiofrequency diathermy (a type of heat therapy) affects pain, heat sensitivity, and tissue stiffness in postpartum women with and without abdominal muscle separation. About 48 women, 6 months to 1 year after giving birth, will receive…

This study tests a mobile app designed to reduce stigma and increase knowledge about suicide, making it easier for people to seek help. About 214 Spanish-speaking adults will use the app, with some starting right away and others after a delay. The goal is to see if the app improv…

This study tests if exercising with a blood pressure cuff on the leg can lower pain in people with severe knee osteoarthritis who are waiting for knee replacement surgery. 45 adults aged 50-85 will do two different exercise sessions with different cuff settings to see which works…

This study looks at whether a natural supplement combined with a supervised exercise program can improve mood, sleep, thinking skills, and physical function in women going through menopause. About 90 women aged 45-65 will take either the supplement or a placebo daily for 10 weeks…

This study looks at whether using a blood flow restriction cuff during exercise can help reduce pain in people with rotator cuff-related shoulder pain. 30 adults will try four different exercise routines with varying cuff pressures to see which works best for pain relief. The goa…

This study is testing a serious video game designed to improve emotional well-being in teenagers aged 12 to 16, both with and without chronic conditions like type 1 diabetes, asthma, and allergies. The game uses artificial intelligence to personalize activities that build coping …

This study looks at how well physiotherapy students and their teachers agree on the students' non-technical skills—like teamwork, leadership, and communication—during clinical simulations. About 100 second-year students and their teachers will take part. The goal is to understand…

This study looks at how sleep apnea changes pressure inside the skull and belly during sleep in people with normal-pressure hydrocephalus. Researchers want to learn if these pressure changes affect which type of shunt works best. 30 adults with normal-pressure hydrocephalus will …

This study looks at how your heart, blood pressure, and fatigue respond to different workouts—with and without virtual reality. Healthy adults aged 18-35 will try four types of exercise: regular aerobic, high-intensity interval training (HIIT), and each combined with immersive VR…

This study looks at how the shape and height of the part connecting a dental implant to a crown (the abutment) affects bone loss around the implant. About 180 adults with missing back teeth will get implants with different abutment designs. Researchers will track bone changes and…

This study looks at whether a year-long exercise program called "Enguera Sé Saludable" helps older adults (over 59) in a rural area stay active and healthy. Researchers will compare three groups: people already in the program for a year, newcomers to the program, and active peopl…

This study is for 12 adults with severe brain injuries or tumors in the back part of the brain. Doctors will place two small pressure sensors to measure pressure in both the front and back of the brain. The goal is to learn what normal and dangerous pressure levels are in the bac…

This study aims to create and validate a questionnaire that measures the symptoms and quality-of-life impacts of diastasis recti (abdominal muscle separation) in women. Researchers will develop the questionnaire through expert input and patient feedback, then test it on 125 adult…

This study looks at how body mass index (BMI) changes over time in people with idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH), a condition where high pressure in the skull causes headaches and vision problems. Researchers want to find out how much weight loss might help control or ev…

This study looks at whether certain proteins in spinal fluid can help doctors predict which adults with chronic hydrocephalus (excess fluid in the brain) will improve after a shunt surgery that drains the fluid. About 150 participants will have their spinal fluid tested before su…