Charles University, Czech Republic

This study compares two ways to treat persistent atrial fibrillation (AF), a heart rhythm problem. One group gets the standard procedure (isolating the pulmonary veins), while the other gets that plus extra scar lines in the heart. The goal is to see which approach better prevent…

This study aims to create a simple screening test to identify young athletes at risk for hip and groin injuries, which affect about 1 in 5 professional athletes each year. Researchers will test 170 athletes aged 14-20 from team sports, comparing strength and flexibility programs …

This study tests a 3-part rehab program for people with multiple sclerosis (MS) that includes physical therapy, counseling, and nutrition advice. The goal is to improve movement, thinking, and overall well-being. About 26 adults with MS will take part in this non-drug approach to…

This study looks at whether a soft suction device placed on the chest can help preterm babies breathe better while they receive surfactant (a lung medication) through a thin tube. About 25 babies born at 32 weeks or later will be enrolled. The goal is to see if this method is saf…

This study tests whether combining physiotherapy, structured exercise, and psychological support can reduce the burden of chronic tinnitus (ringing in the ears) in 160 adults aged 18-70. Participants must have had tinnitus for at least 6 months and be able to change their tinnitu…

This study tests a new rehab program for adults with severe burns who are on breathing machines. The program uses special sedation, brain stimulation, and virtual reality to try to prevent muscle loss. 30 patients will be split into two groups: one gets standard care, the other g…

This study tests whether a special type of physiotherapy using horses can improve movement, posture, breathing, and quality of life in children with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). Twenty children aged 2 to 9 will receive both horse-assisted therapy and standard physiotherapy in r…

This study tests different exercise programs for adults aged 40 to 60 with long-term low back pain. Over 8 weeks, participants will do supervised strength training or special exercises, some with a device that gives feedback on belly muscle tension. The goal is to see which appro…

This study will test whether a 12-week resistance training program is safe and practical for children aged 10-14. Researchers will measure muscle quality, strength, and how well kids stick with the program. The goal is to gather information to design a larger future study.

This study checks if a computer program can automatically score the Box and Block Test, a measure of hand dexterity, for seniors aged 65 and older. About 40 participants from a nursing home will perform the test, and results from the computer will be compared to those from an occ…

This study looks at how different phases of the menstrual cycle relate to muscle strength and physical performance in active women aged 18-35. Participants will track their cycle with a mobile app and attend three lab visits for non-invasive tests like strength and body compositi…