DISABILITY PHYSICAL

This study tests a special bed scale called FIT that automatically tracks weight when a person gets in or out of bed. It aims to help 92 wheelchair users who are overweight or obese lose weight by giving them daily feedback, along with a diet and exercise program. Participants mu…

This study tests if doing a home-based exercise program before surgery can reduce disability 90 days after the operation. About 902 adults scheduled for major surgery will be split into two groups: one that follows the online exercise program and one that receives usual care. The…

This study tests a program called CAPABLE Transplant to help people with kidney failure who are waiting for a transplant. The program aims to solve problems like depression, physical weakness, or lack of support that keep them from being active on the waitlist. About 43 adults wi…

This study tests whether a type of talk therapy, delivered via video call, can reduce suicidal thoughts and attempts in adults with physical disabilities (vision, hearing, or mobility issues). Researchers will enroll 60 people who have had recent suicidal thoughts or a recent sui…

This study looks at whether a 12-week exercise program can improve heart and muscle function in women over 60 who had chemotherapy for breast cancer. Chemo can weaken the heart and reduce physical ability, but exercise might help. Researchers will compare a structured exercise pr…

This study tests a 8-10 week program for caregivers with disabilities who care for a loved one. The program offers help finding resources, personal self-care planning, emergency and end-of-life planning, and support from peers. Researchers want to see if it lowers stress, burden,…

This study looks at how well different treatments work for pain after a limb is surgically removed. About 350 adults having an amputation at Penn State Hershey Medical Center will rate their pain at rest and with movement over one year. The goal is to find better ways to manage p…

This study looks at whether the natural pulsation of the spinal cord lining (dura) is linked to pain and disability in people with lumbar spinal stenosis, a condition where the spinal canal narrows. Researchers will measure dural pulsation on MRI and compare it to patients' repor…

This study aims to create a better understanding of play for children with physical disabilities. Researchers will interview families, then give children Lego robots to build and play with for a few weeks. The goal is to develop a complete model of play that helps experts identif…

This study looks at the best ways to help people with physical disabilities stick to a home exercise program. Over 32 weeks, 257 participants will get access to exercise videos and wellness articles. Some will also receive health coaching calls, and if they aren't active enough a…

This study compares cinematic virtual reality (VR) to traditional lectures for teaching medical students how to care for older adults with complex health needs. About 100 medical students will participate, with some using VR to experience realistic patient scenarios. Researchers …

This study is testing whether a program called CAPABLE can help homebound older adults who feel socially isolated or lonely. The program works with home-based primary care to improve daily function and quality of life. Researchers will enroll 450 participants from Johns Hopkins H…

This study follows 10,000 adults aged 18 and older over many years to see if a set of health measurements can predict how long people live and what diseases they may get. Participants undergo health screenings and are followed until death. The goal is to better understand aging a…

This study follows 213 adults recovering from a first ischemic stroke to see if the intensity of rehabilitation (3-5 sessions per day vs. 1 session per day) affects their functional recovery at six months. It also compares outcomes between patients whose stroke was linked to atri…