Texas Tech University

This study tests if applying heat pads to the legs can improve blood sugar control and muscle health in older adults with prediabetes, similar to high-intensity interval training. Researchers will compare heat therapy to exercise in 54 sedentary adults aged 50 and older. The goal…

This study is testing a type of talk therapy called acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) for people with mild dementia and their care partners. The goal is to see if the therapy is practical and helpful for reducing symptoms like depression, anxiety, and grief. About 100 pairs…

This study tests whether a 4-week emotion regulation and self-monitoring program can help teens ages 11-14 who are overweight or obese. Participants will attend weekly telehealth group sessions, track their mood and behavior, and complete questionnaires, brain scans, and blood te…

This study tests whether online counseling can reduce grief, burden, and stress in family members or close friends caring for someone with dementia. Researchers will enroll 60 adult caregivers and provide support through telehealth. The goal is to see if this approach improves ca…

This study tests whether group and individual therapy can reduce pre-death grief, burden, and stress in people caring for a loved one with dementia. About 60 adult caregivers will participate. The goal is to see if these therapies improve emotional well-being for caregivers.

This study follows 100 adults starting anti-obesity medications like semaglutide or tirzepatide to see how their body composition, muscle strength, and nutrition change over time. Participants will get periodic scans and strength tests, and complete online surveys about diet and …

This study looks at why young adults born very preterm (before 32 weeks) often don't get fitter from aerobic exercise. Researchers think early birth may damage mitochondria, the energy factories in cells, by missing a key fuel switch. They will compare mitochondrial DNA and fitne…

This study looks at how mild dehydration (losing 2-3% of body weight) and then rehydrating affects inflammation, blood sugar, sleep, and strength in healthy adults aged 45-65. Researchers will measure changes in cells and body functions over 12 days. The goal is to understand if …