TRAUMA

This study looks at whether giving older trauma patients extra protein drinks helps them regain muscle and strength faster than standard hospital nutrition. Sixty adults aged 45 and older will be randomly assigned to receive either extra protein supplements or usual care. Researc…

This pilot study tests a personalized version of a proven trauma therapy for Latino children aged 7-12 who have post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The therapy involves fewer sessions and includes parents as helpers. The goal is to see if personalizing the approach improves sy…

This study tests whether a mobile app with exercise videos can help people with a broken shoulder recover faster and more fully. Sixty adults with this injury will either get standard care or also get the app. Researchers will measure arm function and satisfaction at 6 weeks, 3 m…

This study looks at two types of talk therapy to help young people (ages 8-18) who have a long-term medical condition and have gone through a traumatic event. The goal is to see which therapy or combination of therapies works best to reduce trauma symptoms and improve daily life.…

This study tests whether a special yoga program designed for trauma survivors can reduce symptoms of psychological trauma, improve emotion regulation, and increase body awareness in young adult women aged 18-25. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the yoga group or a…

This study tests a personalized version of a proven trauma therapy for Latino children ages 7-12 who have PTSD. The therapy starts with fewer sessions and adds more only if needed, making it easier to access. Researchers want to see if tailoring the approach to each family improv…

This study tests a procedure called cryoablation, which uses cold to temporarily freeze nerves around broken ribs. The goal is to reduce severe pain, improve breathing, and prevent complications like pneumonia. About 30 adults with multiple rib fractures will be randomly assigned…

This pilot study tests a brief 3-5 minute communication tool called PEACE, designed to improve mental wellbeing and public attitudes toward reintegrating former Boko Haram members in Nigeria. Researchers will enroll 74 adults to see if the intervention is acceptable and reduces a…

This study looks at stress and PTSD in Black teenage girls who have been involved with the justice system, along with their parents or caregivers. Researchers want to understand what helps or hinders these teens from using mindfulness-based stress reduction. The goal is to learn …

This study aims to train community members, like commercial drivers, as lay first responders in Cameroon, where there is no formal ambulance system. The program teaches basic first aid and safe transport for injured people. Researchers will compare trauma outcomes before and afte…

This study will see if using a Garmin smartwatch to continuously track heart rate, breathing rate, and oxygen levels can help doctors in Ghana spot when a child's condition is getting worse faster than the usual method of checking vital signs by hand. About 250 children with inju…