Cedars-sinai Medical Center

This study looked at 191 women with non-obstructive coronary artery disease (plaque that doesn't fully block arteries) to see if intensive medical treatment reduces plaque amount and type compared to usual care. Participants had heart CT scans to measure plaque changes and report…

This study tested whether sending mild electrical signals just under the skin could improve symptoms of atrial fibrillation (AF) by controlling heart rate. 46 adults with symptomatic paroxysmal AF who did not respond to standard treatments participated. The approach aims to reduc…

This study tested whether pharmacists can help older adults with atrial fibrillation (AF) take the right blood thinners to prevent strokes. Fourteen people aged 60 and older with AF and stroke risks took part. Pharmacists managed their medications for 3 months, and the team check…

This study tested a mobile phone program that sent culturally tailored, easy-to-understand COVID-19 vaccine information to Latino families in Los Angeles. 468 parents or guardians with unvaccinated children took part. The goal was to see if the program increased vaccination rates…

This study tested whether using immersive virtual reality (VR) after hip surgery can help control pain. Seventy adults who had hip arthroscopy used a VR headset in the recovery room and rated their pain and anxiety. The goal was to see if VR could be a helpful addition to standar…

This study tested whether using virtual reality (VR) at home can help people with long-term low back pain feel better and move more. Over 400 participants used one of three VR programs for 90 days. Researchers measured pain, daily function, and medication use through questionnair…

This study tested a special bite block that delivers oxygen during upper endoscopy, a procedure where a camera tube goes down the throat. Ten obese adults tried the device to see if it kept oxygen levels stable and was comfortable. The goal was to make the procedure safer and mor…

This study tested if wearing special cold caps on the head during high-dose chemotherapy and stem cell transplant could prevent hair loss in people with multiple myeloma. 31 participants used the Penguin cold caps to cool their scalp. The goal was to see if at least 75% of people…

This study tested two different at-home digital treatments for chronic pain in rural America. 330 people with long-term pain were randomly assigned to either a virtual reality (VR) program or a self-guided online course called painTRAINER. Researchers tracked pain levels, daily f…

This small pilot study tested whether mirabegron, a drug typically used for overactive bladder, could raise blood pressure and reduce fainting in people with POTS who have low blood pressure. Twenty adults took either 25 mg or 50 mg daily for 8 weeks. Researchers measured blood p…

This study followed 20 adults with acromegaly for one year after pituitary surgery. Researchers measured growth hormone and related substances at several time points to see if early tests could predict whether the disease would go into remission. The goal was to learn more about …

This study looked at whether using a special band to partly block blood flow during light weight training can build strength as well as traditional heavy lifting. Sixteen healthy adults did either low-load blood flow restriction training or standard strength exercises for 16 week…

This study looked at whether healthy adults could stick with a program that combines daily walking with a brain-training game on a phone. 32 people took part to see if they would follow the routine. The main goal was to see if the program was practical, not to test if it improves…