Foundation University Islamabad

This study compares two non-steroid creams—tacrolimus and crisaborole—for treating mild to moderate eczema in people aged 2 to 20 years. Over 8 weeks, researchers will measure how well each cream controls skin redness, itching, and irritation, and track any side effects. The goal…

This study tests whether Botox injections into the eye muscles can improve alignment in people with strabismus (crossed or wandering eyes). About 127 participants with small-to-moderate eye deviation will receive a single injection and be followed for one year. The goal is to mea…

This study looks at how long dental sealants last on back teeth that are either healthy or have very early signs of decay. About 420 children and teens aged 7 to 18 will get sealants, and researchers will check them after 3, 6, and 12 months. The goal is to find out if sealants s…

This study tests whether a cream made from the diabetes drug metformin can treat facial melasma as well as the standard Kligman's regimen, but with fewer side effects like redness or burning. About 82 women aged 35-55 with melasma will use either the metformin cream or Kligman's …

This study looks at whether using an elastic band (tissue flossing) along with leg exercises helps people with knee osteoarthritis feel less pain and move better. About 58 adults aged 40-70 with mild to moderate knee arthritis will be split into two groups: one does exercises onl…

This study compares two hands-on treatments for sacroiliac joint dysfunction, a common cause of lower back and pelvic pain. Fifty adults aged 18–50 will receive either innominate rotation correction or sacral torsion correction, plus standard care like heat and exercises. The goa…

This study tests whether taking oral probiotics for 12 weeks can reduce acne lesions and lower inflammation in people with moderate acne. Researchers will compare probiotics to a placebo in 64 Pakistani participants aged 15-35. The goal is to find a safe, antibiotic-free way to m…

This study tests whether a metformin cream or a tranexamic acid cream works better for reducing melasma, a common skin condition causing dark patches on the face. Seventy adults with melasma will apply one of the creams daily for 12 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in skin…

This study tests whether adding a deep neck muscle exercise (semispinalis cervicis strengthening) to standard craniocervical flexion training can better reduce chronic neck pain and improve movement. 42 adults aged 18-35 with neck pain lasting over 3 months will be randomly assig…