Shaare Zedek Medical Center
Clinical trials sponsored by Shaare Zedek Medical Center, explained in plain language.
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Acupuncture and touch therapy put to the test for cancer symptom relief
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether adding integrative therapies like acupuncture or touch therapy (e.g., reflexology, Shiatsu) to standard cancer care can improve quality of life and reduce symptoms. About 750 adults currently undergoing cancer treatment will receive 8 weekly sessions o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shaare Zedek Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:53 UTC
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Cough medicine may help rare diseases: global registry launched
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study creates a registry for up to 300 people with Gaucher disease or GBA-related Parkinson's who are already taking ambroxol (a common cough medicine) off-label. Researchers will collect real-world safety and effectiveness data from patients, parents, and doctors. No new tr…
Sponsor: Shaare Zedek Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:53 UTC
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Parkinson's warning signs found decades early in gene carriers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at people with a change in the GBA1 gene, which raises their risk for Parkinson's disease. Researchers will use simple, non-invasive tests to find early signs of Parkinson's that can appear up to 20 years before symptoms start. They will compare GBA1 carriers, pe…
Sponsor: Shaare Zedek Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:54 UTC