China Medical University Hospital

This small pilot study tested a combination of two drugs, alectinib and nivolumab, in 5 adults with advanced liver cancer that had not responded to standard treatments. The goal was to see if the combination could shrink tumors or slow cancer growth. The study is complete, but re…

This study looked at whether taking pine bark extract can help healthy adults feel less tired during intense cycling and recover faster. Fourteen people with at least three years of regular exercise took part. Researchers measured how long they could cycle before exhaustion and c…

This study looked at whether a new ankle training machine can help athletes with chronic ankle instability (a condition where the ankle feels weak and unstable after a sprain). Fourteen athletes used either the machine or a standard resistance band for six weeks. Researchers meas…

This study tested whether far infrared eye masks placed on acupoints around the eyes can improve dry eye symptoms. Thirty-one people with dry eye disease used the masks, and researchers measured changes in tear stability, gland health, and symptom scores after one month. The goal…

This study tested whether a probiotic supplement called Lactobacillus plantarum PS128 can improve tic symptoms and quality of life in children with Tourette's syndrome. 121 children aged 4-18 took part. The goal was to see if this gut-friendly bacteria could help manage the condi…