Gulf Medical University
Clinical trials sponsored by Gulf Medical University, explained in plain language.
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Dental implant depth showdown: crestal vs subcrestal – which wins for bone health?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether placing a short dental implant slightly deeper (2 mm below the bone crest) or right at the bone crest leads to better bone and gum health around the implant. About 58 adults who need a single tooth replacement in the back of the mouth will be randomly …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Gulf Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 03:09 UTC
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New study to find best way to replace a front tooth with an implant
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two ways to replace a single front tooth with a dental implant. One method places the implant right after tooth removal using a special technique, while the other waits a few months. The goal is to see which approach gives better gum and bone healing and looks…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Gulf Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 03:05 UTC
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Water workouts vs. land therapy: which eases back pain best?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests three types of physical therapy for people with long-term low back pain: active exercises in water, gentle assisted movements in water, and standard exercises on land. Each treatment lasts 4 weeks with multiple supervised sessions. The goal is to see which approa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Gulf Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 03:07 UTC
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Nerve stretching may beat standard therapy for heel pain
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis small pilot study tests whether a technique called neural mobilization—gentle exercises targeting the nerve in the ankle—can reduce heel pain from plantar fasciitis better than traditional physical therapy. Twelve adults aged 19 to 40 with confirmed plantar fasciitis will re…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Gulf Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 03:06 UTC
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Tight band workout showdown: heavy vs light for ACL rehab
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at which type of strengthening exercise—heavy or light—works better when combined with a tight band (blood flow restriction) to help people recover after ACL surgery. About 60 adults who had ACL reconstruction will do supervised leg exercises on a machine while w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Gulf Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 02:57 UTC
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Personalized brushing lessons may beat standard advice for braces wearers with gum trouble
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a personalized oral hygiene training method (iTOP) is better than standard instruction for improving gum health in 60 adults with braces and gingivitis. Participants will receive one-on-one training or standard video/model demonstrations, and their plaque…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Gulf Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 02:56 UTC
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Balloon breathing may give football players a leg up on performance
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether adding simple balloon breathing exercises to core stability training can help professional football players improve their balance, jumping ability, and core endurance. About 68 male players aged 18-35 will be split into two groups: one doing core train…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Gulf Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:03 UTC