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. 445 participants used home blood pressure cuffs and received support to lower their readings below 130/80 mmHg. The goal was to reduce the racial gap…

This study looked at whether a home-based physical activity program and computer-based cognitive training, alone or together, could prevent memory loss in older women with cardiovascular disease. 253 women aged 65 and older participated. The goal was to find practical ways to pro…

This study looked at 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. The goal was to see if adding duloxetine to standard pain trea…

This study tested whether adding a stellate ganglion block (a numbing injection in the neck) to cognitive processing therapy (a type of talk therapy) helps reduce PTSD and chronic pain more than therapy alone. 60 adults with PTSD took part. The goal was to see if the combination …

This study looked at whether following special hip precautions (like not bending too far) after a total hip replacement actually helps prevent the hip from popping out of place. Over 1,100 people who had hip replacement surgery took part. The goal was to see if skipping these pre…

This pilot study tested whether adding a type of brain stimulation called iTBS to a 2-week intensive PTSD program could help veterans who weren't improving fast enough. Only 6 people took part, and the main goal was to see if the combination was feasible and reduced PTSD symptoms…

This study tested a digital app called e-PainSupport for home hospice patients and their caregivers. The app helps patients report pain, learn about pain management, and stay on track with their pain medicines. The goal was to see if using the app could lower pain intensity and i…

This study looked at whether giving financial help to mothers of very low birth weight babies can increase the use of their own breast milk. Black mothers are more likely to have very small babies but less likely to provide breast milk due to costs. The trial provided economic su…

This study checked if the drug olaparib, used for advanced ovarian or breast cancer, leads to low folic acid levels in the blood. Ten postmenopausal women were followed to see how many developed folate deficiency and when. The goal was to understand a possible side effect of this…

This study looked at how different airflow levels from two new breathing devices affect lung aeration in 26 healthy adults. Participants used the devices at various settings while their lung activity was monitored. The goal was to understand how the devices work, not to treat any…

This study tested whether AI can help create daily written summaries for families of ICU patients. Doctors edited the AI summaries before giving them to families. The goal was to see if this approach was acceptable and helpful for both doctors and families. 27 people took part in…

This study surveyed 800 people from different backgrounds to find out what features of a clinical trial would make them more likely to join. Participants answered questions about things like getting test results back, how much time the trial takes, and whether it can be done at h…

This study tested a new way of providing prenatal care that includes fathers. 216 young couples were given check-ups and services to help them build parenting skills, strengthen their relationship, and find jobs. The goal was to see if this approach helps families feel more prepa…