Rush University Medical Center

This study tested a program to help African American and Latinx patients with high blood pressure get their numbers under control. Participants used home blood pressure cuffs and received support to lower their readings below 130/80 mmHg. The goal was to reduce racial gaps in hea…

This study tested a new way to help new mothers get birth control by scheduling it alongside their baby's first checkup. Over 2,500 women at community health centers took part. The goal was to see if this approach increases the number of women who receive contraception within two…

This study looked at whether a home-based physical activity program and computer-based cognitive training could help prevent memory loss in older women with heart disease. 253 women aged 65 and older participated. The goal was to see if these lifestyle changes could improve memor…

This pilot study tested whether adding a type of brain stimulation called TMS to an intensive 2-week PTSD program could improve symptoms in veterans. Six participants received daily TMS sessions alongside their regular therapy. The study measured changes in PTSD and depression sy…

This study tested a smartphone app called e-PainSupport for people receiving home hospice care. The app helps patients and their caregivers report pain levels to nurses and learn about pain management. Researchers wanted to see if using the app could reduce pain intensity. The st…

This study tested whether duloxetine, a medication usually used for depression, can help reduce pain and the need for strong painkillers after knee replacement surgery. 241 adults having knee replacement took part in a triple-blind trial where neither they, their doctors, nor the…

This study tested a new prenatal care model that includes fathers. 216 young couples participated in co-parenting education, parenting classes, and job skills training. The goal was to see if this approach could improve relationships and prepare parents for their baby's arrival.

This study tested whether injecting a contrast dye into the disc space during TLIF spine surgery helps surgeons see if they have removed enough disc material. 56 patients having lumbar fusion for degenerative spine disease were randomly assigned to either just take a picture afte…

This study looked at 100 people who had reverse total shoulder replacement to see if doing exercises at home works as well as going to a physical therapist. Patients were split into two groups: one did formal PT starting a few days after surgery and continuing weekly for three mo…

This completed study followed 6,000 adults who had COVID-19 symptoms and were tested for the virus. Participants completed online surveys every 3 months for 18 months to track long-term health issues like fatigue, brain fog, and heart problems. The goal was to better understand t…

This pilot study tested whether AI-generated daily written summaries can help ICU clinicians communicate better with families. Clinicians edited the AI summaries before giving them to families. The study involved 27 participants and measured how acceptable and feasible this appro…

This study checked if the cancer drug olaparib causes low folate (folic acid) levels in the blood. Ten women with advanced ovarian or breast cancer participated. Researchers measured folate levels and looked for related drops in hemoglobin. The goal was to understand side effects…

This study tested two new high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC) devices on 26 healthy adults to see how different airflow settings affect lung aeration. Participants wore the devices at various flow rates while their lung volume and comfort were measured. The goal was to understand how …

This study looked at why lying face down (prone positioning) improves breathing in patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), including those with COVID-19. Researchers used lung ultrasound to measure lung health in 60 adults on ventilators. The goal was to underst…

This study tested whether digital tools like apps and websites could help teens from underserved communities better understand and manage anxiety. 365 youth aged 13-17 took part in pediatric primary care. Researchers measured changes in anxiety understanding, confidence, and tool…

This study looked at whether giving financial help to mothers of very low birth weight babies can increase the amount of breast milk these babies receive. Black mothers are more likely to have very small babies but less likely to provide their own milk, partly due to costs. The s…

This study looked at whether following special hip precautions after hip replacement surgery reduces the risk of the hip dislocating. Over 1,100 patients were randomly assigned to either follow or not follow these precautions. Researchers also measured how quickly patients return…

This study asked 800 people from different backgrounds what would make them more interested in joining a clinical trial. Researchers looked at things like getting test results back, how much time is needed, and whether visits are at home or a clinic. The goal is to use these insi…

This study looked at how much sleep loss and evening light stop morning bright light from helping teens fall asleep earlier. Researchers tested 88 teens aged 14-17 to find the breaking point where morning light stops working. The goal is to understand how to better align teen bod…