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Clinical trials sponsored by Carilion Clinic, explained in plain language.
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New cream could soothe diabetic foot pain
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests if a cream made with a special form of capsaicin (the stuff that makes chili peppers hot) can reduce foot pain in people with diabetic nerve damage. About 80 adults with diabetic foot pain will apply the cream or a placebo twice a day for 14 days and rate their p…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Carilion Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:52 UTC
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New study aims to cut opioid use in breast reduction surgery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a special nerve block (PECs II) given during breast reduction surgery can control pain as well as standard narcotic painkillers, but without the side effects and risks of opioids. About 80 women having breast reduction will be split into two groups: one g…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Carilion Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:01 UTC
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New ultrasound tech could catch fetal growth issues earlier
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing two new ultrasound techniques to see if they can better detect fetal growth restriction (FGR), a condition where a baby is smaller than expected. Researchers will compare these scans in 60 pregnant women, some with healthy pregnancies and some with FGR. The …
Sponsor: Carilion Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:55 UTC