Indiana University

This small pilot study tested whether imatinib, a drug used for certain cancers, could reduce painful blockages in blood vessels (vaso-occlusive crises) in people with sickle cell anemia. Seven participants aged 18–25 took the drug for 6 months while researchers measured changes …

This study tested a robotic device called the G-EO Gait Trainer to see if it could safely help people with Parkinson's disease improve their walking and quality of life. Fifteen participants used the robot to practice walking and climbing stairs in a controlled setting. The trial…

This study compared two pain control methods for people undergoing laparoscopic colorectal surgery. One group received a spinal injection of pain medicine, while the other got a nerve block in the back muscles. The goal was to see which approach reduced the need for additional pa…

This study looked at whether a program combining different types of exercise could help people with advanced lung cancer feel less tired, move better, and have a better quality of life. It was designed for adults with stage III or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer who were al…

This study tested a program called IN Control that helps teenagers in Indiana get birth control. The program connects teens with a navigator who makes the process easier and more comfortable. The goal was to see if this support helps teens feel more in control and actually use bi…

This study looked at whether beetroot juice, which is rich in nitrates, could improve muscle power and oxygen recovery in women who have stopped menstruating (secondary amenorrhea). The idea was that the lack of estrogen in these women lowers nitric oxide levels, and beetroot jui…

This study looked at whether using a VQ scan (which doesn't use kidney-harming dye) instead of a CT scan can prevent acute kidney injury in emergency patients being checked for lung clots. About 253 adults at risk for kidney problems were enrolled. The trial was terminated early,…

This study looked at whether a mild electrical brain stimulation called tDCS can help people learn a complex hand-coordination video game (Guitar Hero) faster. Healthy adults aged 18-45 played the game while receiving either real or fake (sham) stimulation. The goal was to see if…