National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University
Clinical trials sponsored by National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, explained in plain language.
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Touch or talk? study tests which cue helps back pain patients move better
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study aims to see if physical touch guidance or verbal instructions work better during movement training for people with long-term, non-specific low back pain. 40 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either manual (touch-based) or verbal cueing during a single t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:43 UTC
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Hands-On or workout? study tests best way to ease aching backs
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find the best physical therapy approach for adults with chronic low back pain that has no clear medical cause. Researchers will compare three groups: one receiving hands-on pressure therapy on painful muscle spots, one doing a guided exercise program focused on…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 14:58 UTC
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New training aims to help stroke survivors walk safer and prevent falls
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study is testing a special training program focused on head and eye movements to see if it helps people who have had a stroke walk more safely in their community and reduces their risk of falling. Researchers will work with 40 participants who are at least 6 months past thei…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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Hands-On vs. verbal cues: which exercise method eases back pain best?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find out which of two core muscle training exercises works better for people with long-term, non-specific low back pain. It will also test whether getting hands-on guidance from a therapist or just verbal instructions leads to better results. 96 participants wi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:33 UTC
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Can your phone cure your aches? new app trial aims to ease pain
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study is testing whether a special mobile phone app can help people with neck, shoulder, back, or knee pain stick to their prescribed home exercises. Researchers will compare 30 people using the app for their exercises to 30 people doing exercises without it over 4 weeks. Th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:30 UTC
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Scientists probe why violinists get neck pain
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to understand why some violin and viola players develop neck pain. Researchers will compare the shoulder movements and muscle activity of 60 musicians with and without neck pain while they play. The goal is to gather information that could help design better train…
Sponsor: National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Scientists probe Brain's 'Brakes' to understand Parkinson's walking difficulties
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to understand if a specific brain function called 'inhibitory control'—the ability to stop or control actions—is connected to how well people with Parkinson's disease can adjust their walking to step over obstacles. Researchers will measure brain activity and walk…
Sponsor: National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:43 UTC