Linnaeus University
Clinical trials sponsored by Linnaeus University, explained in plain language.
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Hockey Players' knee pain linked to weaker legs, study finds
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 28 elite male ice hockey players to see if those with patellar tendinopathy (knee tendon pain) have weaker legs or less explosive power. Players were grouped by ultrasound findings into healthy, one-knee, or both-knee tendon issues. They did leg strength test…
Sponsor: Linnaeus University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 08:30 UTC
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Boredom vs. happiness: which makes you more sensitive to pain?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether emotions like boredom or happiness affect how sensitive people are to pressure pain. 161 healthy adults took part. Researchers measured pain thresholds and tolerance while participants experienced different emotional states. The goal was to understand…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Linnaeus University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 22, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Can your mood change how much pain you feel?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how different emotions might change how sensitive people are to pain. Researchers tested 180 healthy adults by measuring how much pressure or cold they could handle before feeling pain. The goal was to understand the link between feelings and pain, not to tre…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Linnaeus University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 19, 2026 11:48 UTC