University Of Waterloo
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Waterloo, explained in plain language.
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Can writing kind letters to yourself help heal eating disorders?
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is testing if a short, self-guided exercise can help people prepare for eating disorder treatment. About 160 people waiting to start a treatment program will either write compassionate letters to themselves for two weeks or be in a control group. Researchers want to se…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Waterloo • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Virtual therapy trial aims to ease pain from osteoporosis spine fractures
Symptom relief OngoingThis study is testing whether a new virtual rehabilitation program is practical to run for people with osteoporosis-related spine fractures. The program, called VIVA, involves weekly video sessions with an exercise specialist for eight weeks. Researchers want to see if they can r…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Waterloo • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 20, 2026 14:48 UTC
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Eye lens shape breakthrough? study tests oval design for better comfort
Symptom relief OngoingThis study is testing whether scleral contact lenses designed with an oval-shaped edge fit the eye better and are more comfortable than the traditional round designs. Researchers will use advanced eye imaging to measure the fit of both lens types in a small group of people who al…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Waterloo • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 13, 2026 15:05 UTC