Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University
Clinical trials sponsored by Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, explained in plain language.
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Gut health supplements put to the test for diabetes management
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether taking a synbiotic supplement (a mix of probiotics and prebiotics) for 6 months could help improve blood sugar control and reduce inflammation in adults with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes. Researchers compared 64 participants taking the supplement to th…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Simple stretching added to therapy may ease wrist pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether adding specific self-stretching exercises to standard physical therapy works better than physical therapy alone for people with mild-to-moderate carpal tunnel syndrome. It involved 36 adults with confirmed carpal tunnel syndrome. Researchers measured cha…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Neck pain relief: Hands-On therapy vs. strength training
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two common physical therapy treatments for chronic neck pain: hands-on joint mobilization and muscle-strengthening exercises. Researchers wanted to see which method was better at improving the neck's sense of position, reducing pain, and increasing movement. T…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:15 UTC
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Can video calls cure Sonographers' aches?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a 6-week online exercise and education program could help cardiac sonographers manage work-related muscle and joint pain. 32 sonographers with pain were split into two groups: one received the online program plus ergonomic advice, while the other receive…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 13, 2026 15:05 UTC