Rush University Medical Center
Clinical trials sponsored by Rush University Medical Center, explained in plain language.
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Knee fluid drain or blood injection: new study targets ACL swelling
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at two treatments for people with a sudden ACL tear and knee swelling: draining excess joint fluid or injecting a blood-derived substance called PRP. The goal is to see if either approach can lower harmful chemicals linked to cartilage damage before surgery. Abou…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rush University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 01, 2026 15:59 UTC
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Free produce prescriptions aim to tackle food insecurity and chronic disease
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study gives 400 adults with diabetes or high blood pressure free home-delivered produce boxes and vouchers for 6 months, plus nutrition education. Researchers want to see if this helps people eat more fruits and vegetables, feel less food-insecure, and improve their health. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rush University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 01, 2026 15:57 UTC
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CPR breathing gets a High-Tech upgrade: study tests Life-Saving precision
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether using a device to give the exact right amount of air during CPR helps more people survive a cardiac arrest. About 852 adults whose heart stops in the hospital will be randomly assigned to standard CPR or CPR with a tool that guides the rescuer's breathing…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rush University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 30, 2026 15:49 UTC
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Blood pressure drug may stop knee scarring after ACL repair
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether losartan, a common blood pressure medicine that also reduces scarring, can prevent abnormal scar tissue (arthrofibrosis) in the knee after ACL reconstruction. About 144 adults having ACL surgery will take losartan or a placebo, and their knee movement wil…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Rush University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 30, 2026 15:49 UTC
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New study aims to boost PrEP access for black women at risk of HIV
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study looks at ways to help more Black women get PrEP, a daily pill that prevents HIV. Researchers will work with Planned Parenthood clinics in Illinois to find and support women who are eligible. The goal is to increase PrEP prescriptions and refills among 250 participants.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rush University Medical Center • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Apr 29, 2026 15:01 UTC
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Mindfulness may ease stress and memory loss in seniors
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a tailored mindfulness program (MAP) against a health education program in 30 older adults with mild cognitive impairment and high stress. The goal is to see if MAP can lower stress and improve memory, mood, and well-being. Participants will be followed for 6 mon…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rush University Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 01, 2026 16:01 UTC
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New injection could ease pain for abortion patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a vaginal injection of ketorolac (an anti-inflammatory) plus lidocaine (a numbing agent) can reduce pain when placing osmotic dilators for second-trimester abortion. About 76 adults will receive either the combined injection or standard care. The goal is …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Rush University Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 01, 2026 16:01 UTC