LONG COVID

This study tested whether antivirals and other drugs can help people with Long COVID by clearing leftover virus or calming an overactive immune system. About 963 adults with a past COVID-19 infection took part in a flexible, double-blind trial that compared different treatments t…

This study tested the antiviral drug Paxlovid in 964 adults with Long COVID to see if it could improve symptoms like brain fog, dizziness, and fatigue. Participants received either a short or longer course of Paxlovid or a placebo. The goal was to find out if clearing leftover vi…

This pilot study tested whether daily ultrasound stimulation of the spleen could safely ease Long COVID symptoms. Fifteen adults with persistent fatigue and other symptoms received the treatment for up to 8 weeks. Researchers measured changes in walking endurance and fatigue leve…

This study tested a supplement made from quercetin and curcumin in 15 adults with mild to moderate Long COVID symptoms. Participants took the supplement for 2 months to see if it reduced their overall symptom burden and improved quality of life. The goal was to find a simple, nat…

This study tested different treatments to help people with Long COVID who have trouble sleeping. It included 830 adults and looked at two main sleep problems: feeling very sleepy during the day and having trouble falling or staying asleep. The goal was to find which treatments wo…

This study tested whether an intensive attention training program could help people with Long-Covid who experience brain fog. 58 adults from the Chicago area who had confirmed COVID-19 and ongoing cognitive issues took part. The program was done virtually, and researchers measure…

This study looked at whether a no-added sugar diet, eating only during a set daily window, and doing one or two full-day water fasts each week could reduce Long COVID symptoms. 77 adults with at least five Long COVID symptoms participated. The goal was to see if these dietary cha…

This study tested whether a 12-week exercise program done at home via phone or internet could reduce long COVID symptoms like fatigue, shortness of breath, and brain fog, and improve quality of life. 120 adults aged 20-80 with long COVID took part. The program focused on safe, gu…

This study tested different methods to help people with Long COVID who have trouble exercising or feel very tired after activity. About 300 adults who developed these symptoms after a COVID-19 infection took part. Researchers measured changes in symptoms like post-exertional mala…

This study explored whether qigong, a gentle mind-body practice, could improve health-related quality of life for people with long COVID. Forty adults with lingering symptoms for over 12 weeks participated in the pilot study. Researchers measured changes in physical and mental he…

This study tested whether ivabradine, a heart medication, can reduce symptoms like dizziness and rapid heart rate in people with long COVID. 181 participants received either ivabradine or a placebo. The goal was to see if the drug improves daily activities and symptom severity.

This study tested whether acupuncture can help reduce pain in people with long COVID. 93 adults with ongoing pain after a COVID infection were randomly assigned to receive either 8 acupuncture sessions or their usual care. Over 5 months, participants completed online surveys abou…

This study tested whether Pycnogenol, a natural extract from pine bark, can improve overall health in people with Long COVID. 153 adults with ongoing symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, or shortness of breath took either Pycnogenol or a placebo daily for 12 weeks. The main goal was…

This study tested different treatments to help people with Long COVID who struggle with exercise and feel very tired after activity. Researchers enrolled 660 adults across multiple medical centers. The goal was to find ways to improve daily activity and quality of life.

This study tested whether eating 2 ounces of walnuts daily for 12 weeks could improve memory and reduce brain fog in adults over 40 with Long-COVID. 31 participants were randomly assigned to either add walnuts to their usual diet or continue their normal care. The goal was to see…

This study tested a treatment called Cognitive Muscular Therapy (CMT) for people with Long-COVID who have trouble breathing. 18 adults took part to see if CMT could reduce breathlessness and improve how their body controls automatic functions like breathing. The therapy focuses o…

This study tested whether amantadine, a drug used for other conditions, can help with memory and thinking problems (brain fog) in people with Long COVID. 64 adults with Long COVID and cognitive issues took part. Researchers also looked at mood changes and side effects, and collec…

This study tested a program for people with Long-COVID, including an online screening, a detailed health assessment, and digital training with a personal guide. 192 adults in Germany took part. The goal was to see if this low-threshold approach could help reduce symptoms and impr…

This study tested different treatments for autonomic dysfunction—problems with heart rate, blood pressure, and digestion—in people with Long COVID. 381 adults with suspected or confirmed prior COVID-19 infection participated. The goal was to find which therapies, including medica…

This study tested whether taking Paxlovid for 15 days reduces severe Long COVID symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, and shortness of breath. 168 adults with persistent symptoms after a COVID-19 infection took either the drug or a placebo. The goal was to see if the treatment improv…

This study tested an oral drug called LAU-7b in 272 adults with Long COVID and moderate to severe symptoms. The goal was to see if it improves physical health and reduces symptoms compared to a placebo. The drug works by fighting inflammation and viruses.

This study tested a 6-week outpatient rehab program for 125 adults with Long COVID. The program included exercises for breathing, strength, balance, and thinking skills. The goal was to see if it helps people walk farther and feel better in daily life.

This study tested an 8-week tele-rehab exercise program for nurses with long COVID. 68 nurses who had lasting symptoms like fatigue and shortness of breath took part. The program aimed to reduce tiredness, stress, and other long COVID symptoms while improving quality of life. Res…

This study tested whether fluvoxamine, a medication already approved for OCD, can help relieve long COVID symptoms like trouble concentrating, anxiety, depression, and fatigue. About 191 adults aged 25 and older from Missouri and Illinois took part. Participants rated their sympt…

This Canadian study tested different treatments for people with Long COVID—symptoms that last months after a COVID-19 infection. About 460 adults took part, trying one of two treatments or a placebo for 2 months, then were followed for 4 more months. The goal was to see if these …

This study tested whether an oral drug called Xiflam can safely reduce the wide range of symptoms caused by Long COVID, such as fatigue, brain fog, pain, and breathing issues. Sixteen adults who had recovered from COVID-19 but still had symptoms for at least 12 weeks took either …

This study aimed to find unique immune and metabolic markers in the blood of people with Long COVID. Researchers compared blood samples from 62 adults who had COVID-19 more than 12 weeks earlier, some with ongoing symptoms and some without. The goal was to better understand what …

This study aimed to understand what it's like to live with long COVID, including how it affects daily life, work, and interactions with healthcare. Researchers interviewed 25 adults treated at a hospital in Spain. The goal was to learn from patients' own stories, not to test a tr…

This study followed 171 people with Long COVID who had memory or thinking problems. Researchers looked at what treatments they received and how their quality of life changed over 6 months. The goal was to learn which approaches might help, not to test a new drug or cure.

This study looked at why veterans aged 50 and older feel tired after COVID-19 and tested if a simple, home-based exercise program is safe and doable. 21 veterans with long-term fatigue took part. The goal was to better understand the causes of fatigue and see if minimal exercise …

This study reviewed medical records of 200 adults from an endocrinology clinic to see if taking vitamin D3 supplements lowered their chances of developing Long COVID after a COVID-19 infection or getting COVID-19 after vaccination. Researchers compared patients who took vitamin D…

This study followed more than 4,200 Dutch COVID-19 patients for up to two years to learn about long COVID. Researchers tracked symptoms like tiredness, breathing problems, and mental health issues, and how these affected quality of life. The goal was to better understand the cond…

This study explored whether long-term stress before catching COVID-19 makes it more likely to develop long COVID. Researchers followed 380 adults who tested positive for COVID-19 and tracked their symptoms beyond four weeks. The goal was to see if chronic stress is a risk factor,…