Aga Khan University

This study tests whether a simple, balanced meal made from local foods, eaten once a day during pregnancy, can help women in rural Pakistan handle heat stress and have healthier babies. About 292 women planning to conceive will either eat this meal daily or continue their usual d…

This study tests a new mobile app designed to help bank employees in Pakistan who sit for long hours become more active and eat healthier. The app provides reminders and tips to take breaks, exercise, and eat fruits and vegetables. Researchers will check if the app is easy to use…

This study compares two ways to prevent long-term pain after breast cancer surgery: a nerve block (Pecs block) plus ketamine versus ketamine alone. About 120 women having mastectomy will be followed for 6 months to see which approach reduces chronic pain better. The goal is to fi…

This study tests two methods—ultrasound and X-ray guidance—for a procedure that uses heat to block pain nerves in the knee. It includes 52 adults over 50 with severe knee osteoarthritis and long-term pain. The goal is to see which method provides better pain relief and improved k…

This study tests whether a special support group can improve the confidence (self-efficacy) of primary caregivers of children with spinal muscular atrophy or Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Thirty caregivers will take part and complete a questionnaire before and after the 8-week pro…

This study tests whether acotiamide is better than itopride at relieving symptoms of functional dyspepsia, like feeling overly full after meals or stomach pain. About 368 adults with these symptoms will take one of the two pills three times daily for 4 weeks and track their progr…

This study will observe how well pain management works for 100 adults with abdominal or pelvic cancer. Researchers will track pain scores and any side effects from treatments. The goal is to learn which approaches help most, not to test a new drug or cure.