Case Western Reserve University

This pilot study tested whether taking grape powder daily could improve gut health in adults with Crohn's disease, a type of inflammatory bowel disease. Twenty-one participants in remission took freeze-dried grape powder for a period. Researchers measured changes in gut bacteria …

This study looked at whether giving magnesium sulfate for 12 hours instead of the usual 24 hours after delivery could safely prevent seizures in women with mild preeclampsia. 200 women at term were randomly assigned to either the shorter or longer treatment. The goal was to see i…

This study tested a customized program to help 36 teens and young adults with bipolar disorder take their medication as prescribed. Many young people with bipolar disorder struggle with taking their meds, which can lead to relapse and higher suicide risk. The program aimed to imp…

This study tested a 6-month program called TEAM to help African-American men who had a stroke or mini-stroke lower their risk of another one. 160 men took part, with half getting the program and half on a waitlist. The program focused on managing blood pressure and cholesterol th…

This study tested whether offering vaccines and health education to men at a birthing center helps them get more preventive care. 176 male partners of women giving birth were split into three groups: one got a vaccine offer, another got an info flyer plus the offer, and a third g…

This study tested whether a long-lasting painkiller (Exparel) works better than a standard one (bupivacaine) for pain after removing all four wisdom teeth. 82 adults took part, and they reported their pain and any side effects for four days after surgery. The goal was to see if E…

This study tested whether acupuncture can help manage acute pain in the emergency department. Researchers enrolled 290 adults with moderate to severe pain from injuries like back or abdominal pain. Participants were randomly assigned to receive either acupuncture or usual care, a…

This pilot study tested whether adding exercise and pain-focused therapy to residential drug treatment is practical for adults with opioid use disorder and chronic pain. 63 participants were enrolled to see if they would stick with the program. The goal was to explore if this app…

This study searched for genetic differences that make some people more likely to develop high blood pressure. Researchers analyzed data from over 8,600 African American and Mexican American participants. The goal was to better understand the genetic causes of this common conditio…

This study looked at whether a cornea from a donor with diabetes is more likely to fail after a transplant called DMEK. Over 1,000 people received a cornea from either a donor with or without diabetes. The goal was to see if diabetes in the donor affects how well the transplant w…

This study looked at how well smartphone apps and a special ring can measure sleep quality in adults getting orthodontic treatment. 52 people from a dental school took part. The goal was to see if these tools could help detect sleep problems like snoring or sleep apnea, not to tr…

This study looked at 125 African American adults with high blood pressure to understand how personal strengths and self-care habits influence their health. Researchers measured blood pressure and quality of life over six months. The goal was to find new ways to help people manage…

This study tested whether 3D-printed heart models or augmented reality help first-year medical students understand congenital heart disease better than traditional slide lectures. 26 students took a test before and after learning with one of three methods. The goal was to see if …

This study tested a wearable sensor system to measure arm movement in 30 people who recently had a stroke. The goal was to see if the sensors could help predict how well arm function would recover. Researchers used motion data to build a model that estimates recovery, which may l…

This study tested whether trained transplant navigators could help kidney failure patients complete the steps needed to get a kidney transplant. About 167 adults on dialysis took part, with some receiving navigator support and others usual care. The goal was to see if personalize…

This study tested whether a special texting program (TEAM2BF) designed for African-American/Black expectant mothers helps them breastfeed longer compared to a general health texting program. About 80 mothers and their babies took part. The goal was to see if the texts were helpfu…

This study looked at whether improving sleep can help young adults (ages 18-26) with type 1 diabetes manage their blood sugar better. 39 participants either received coaching to sleep longer and more regularly or just standard diabetes education. The goal was to see if better sle…

This study aimed to find the best ways to teach cooking and food skills to adults. Researchers tested a new type of cooking class that focuses on using ingredients you already have, reducing food waste, and proper food storage. They wanted to see if these classes could help lower…