Fondazione Don Carlo Gnocchi Onlus
Clinical trials sponsored by Fondazione Don Carlo Gnocchi Onlus, explained in plain language.
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Bionic leg learns your moves: new prosthesis aims for natural gait
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new type of prosthetic leg for people who have lost a leg below or above the knee. The smart leg uses sensors to detect the user's movements and provides active help at the knee and ankle to make walking smoother and more natural. Eight experienced prosthetic …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fondazione Don Carlo Gnocchi Onlus • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 02:47 UTC
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At-Home voice therapy shows promise for MS patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a voice treatment called LSVT-Loud, usually done in a clinic, could work when done at home via video calls for people with multiple sclerosis (MS). Twenty adults with MS who had voice problems took part. The goal was to see if the at-home approach could …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fondazione Don Carlo Gnocchi Onlus • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 02:55 UTC
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New gadget aims to predict falls in amputees
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new device that detects trips and slips in people with lower limb amputations. Eight experienced prosthesis users participated to help researchers improve the device's accuracy. The goal is to better understand and prevent falls in this group.
Sponsor: Fondazione Don Carlo Gnocchi Onlus • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 03:03 UTC
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Nutrition care may keep malnourished rehab patients out of hospital
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 193 adults over 50 who were at high risk of malnutrition and admitted to a rehabilitation hospital. Researchers wanted to see if specialized nutritional care could lower hospital readmissions, emergency visits, and other healthcare use within three months afte…
Sponsor: Fondazione Don Carlo Gnocchi Onlus • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 03:02 UTC
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What's on your plate? study checks food Workers' health and happiness
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at the nutrition, emotional well-being, and physical health of 40 people who work in the food supply chain. Researchers measured body composition, diet, stress levels, and quality of life to find differences between active and sedentary workers. The go…
Sponsor: Fondazione Don Carlo Gnocchi Onlus • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 03:02 UTC
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New study checks if a common stroke test really works for rehab patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how well the Fugl-Meyer Assessment (a test for stroke recovery) measures improvement in 135 people with subacute stroke during inpatient rehabilitation. Researchers checked the test's accuracy by comparing it with other standard measures at the start and end …
Sponsor: Fondazione Don Carlo Gnocchi Onlus • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:57 UTC
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Sleep apnea study reveals why CPAP success depends on partners too
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how people with obstructive sleep apnea and their bed partners adjust to CPAP therapy. Researchers interviewed 24 patients and their partners to understand what helps or hinders consistent use of the CPAP machine. The goal is to find better ways to support co…
Sponsor: Fondazione Don Carlo Gnocchi Onlus • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:04 UTC