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Clinical trials sponsored by Hartford Hospital, explained in plain language.
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Mind over matter: new therapy aims to stop weight regain after surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a type of counseling called acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) can help people who have had weight-loss surgery stay physically active and avoid regaining weight. About 164 adults who had surgery 6 to 20 months ago will either receive ACT or standard…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hartford Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 22, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New pain block method could simplify recovery after major abdominal surgery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a single-dose pain block against the standard method that uses a continuous catheter for pain relief after open abdominal surgery. About 14 adults having elective vascular surgery will take part. The goal is to see if the single-dose approach is safer, cheaper, a…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Hartford Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 03:27 UTC
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Neck block may cut opioid use after spine surgery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a numbing injection in the neck (MCP block) can lower pain and the need for strong painkillers after cervical spine fusion surgery. About 38 adults aged 40-80 will receive either the real block or a sham (fake) injection before surgery. Researchers will c…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Hartford Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:55 UTC