Northumbria University

This study tests if doing wall squats at home, along with healthy lifestyle advice, is a practical way for people with high blood pressure to manage their condition. Seventy adults with hypertension will do the exercise three times a week for 12 weeks, guided remotely by a traine…

This study will check if the HUAWEI D2 smartwatch measures blood pressure as accurately as the standard arm cuff method. About 85 adults will have their blood pressure taken both ways to see if the watch works well for people of different backgrounds. The goal is to make home blo…

This study looks at whether taking lemongrass extract daily for 6 weeks can improve aerobic fitness and sexual wellness in men aged 40 to 60. Participants will do high-intensity interval training and take either lemongrass tablets or a placebo. The goal is to see if lemongrass ad…

This study tests whether DANU Smart Socks can accurately measure walking and balance in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will compare data from 60 participants (30 with Parkinson's and 30 healthy adults of similar age) during a single lab visit. The goal is to see if …

This study is testing whether special smart socks (called DANU) can accurately measure how people with Parkinson's walk and keep their balance. Researchers will compare the socks' readings to standard lab equipment. The goal is to see if these socks can help predict falls in the …