Wayne State University
Clinical trials sponsored by Wayne State University, explained in plain language.
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Brain zaps tested to fight opioid cravings
Disease control OngoingThis study explores whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called rTMS can help people with opioid addiction who are starting methadone treatment. Researchers are testing if stimulating specific brain areas can improve patients' ability to handle stress and control cr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 18, 2026 14:40 UTC
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Smart pen aims to tame uncontrolled diabetes in urban teens
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing whether a smart, Bluetooth-connected insulin pen can help teens and young adults (ages 13-21) with uncontrolled type 1 diabetes improve their blood sugar levels. The smart pen has an app that calculates insulin doses and sends reminders, aiming to make daily…
Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 11, 2026 14:53 UTC
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Mobile clinics bring blood pressure prevention directly to communities
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether bringing healthcare directly to neighborhoods through mobile health units can help prevent high blood pressure in Black adults. Community health workers provide personalized lifestyle coaching to 330 participants with slightly elevated blood pressure who …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Mar 02, 2026 15:25 UTC
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Walking backwards to fight falls in MS
Symptom relief OngoingThis study is testing if training to walk backwards can help people with multiple sclerosis (MS) reduce their risk of falling. It will compare backward walking training to standard forward walking training in 90 participants who have MS and walking difficulties. The main goal is …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:32 UTC
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Can a phone app help new moms heal from trauma and bond with baby?
Symptom relief OngoingThis small pilot study is testing whether a mobile app that provides neurofeedback can help new mothers who have experienced past trauma. The goal is to see if using the app for 12 weeks can reduce mothers' stress and PTSD symptoms, improve their mood and parenting confidence, an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Zap to stop the cravings? brain device tested for opioid withdrawal
Symptom relief OngoingThis study is testing whether a device that delivers a mild electrical current behind the ears can help reduce the symptoms of opioid withdrawal. It involves 108 adults with opioid use disorder who want to stop using opioids without taking other medications. Participants use the …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 13, 2026 15:05 UTC
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Can brain waves heal a Mother's pain? new study tests tech for traumatized moms
Symptom relief OngoingThis study is testing whether a brain training program called neurofeedback is practical and helpful for new mothers who have experienced childhood trauma and are struggling with their mental health. It involves 20 mothers in Detroit who are already in therapy, checking if the tr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 12, 2026 13:51 UTC
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First-Ever brain scans reveal how cannabis may help Veterans' PTSD
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study uses brain scans to understand how cannabis affects brain inflammation and function in veterans with PTSD. Up to 100 veterans will receive brain imaging before and after 12 weeks of cannabis treatment to see how their brains change. Researchers hope to link these brain…
Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:33 UTC