Indonesia University

This study tests whether a diet tailored to a person's genetic makeup can help control lupus and improve quality of life. Researchers will screen 100 adults with lupus for specific genes (HLA DQ2 and DQ8) and then assign those who have them to either a personalized diet plan or n…

This study looks at whether doing shoulder exercises before a mastectomy can lower inflammation, reduce pain, and improve shoulder function and quality of life in women with advanced breast cancer. Half of the 52 participants will do structured shoulder exercises for 6-8 weeks be…

This study tests a special type of acupuncture called thread-embedding acupuncture for people with chronic low back pain. Small absorbable threads are placed at specific points on the back to provide ongoing stimulation. The trial will compare this to a sham procedure in 32 adult…

This study tests whether thread-embedding acupuncture (TEA) helps adults with chronic low back pain more than a sham version. Thirty-two participants will receive one session of either TEA or a fake procedure and be followed for 8 weeks. Researchers will measure pain levels, qual…