Universidad Católica San Antonio De Murcia
Clinical trials sponsored by Universidad Católica San Antonio De Murcia, explained in plain language.
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Posture fixes for Gymnasts' aching backs
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two posture retraining methods (Mezieres Method and Isostretching) in 30 elite gymnasts with low back pain. The goal was to see if these exercises could reduce pain and improve movement. Participants were active competitors training at least 7 hours per week. Th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 17, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Jump to win: study tests if plyometric training boosts sprint performance
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 42 sprinters to see if doing plyometric exercises (like jumps) at least twice a week during winter preseason improved their race times and reduced leg injuries. Participants reported their best times and any health problems online. The goal is to understand if…
Sponsor: Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 23, 2026 11:58 UTC
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New albanian questionnaires help measure back pain and daily function
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study involved 200 people in Albania with back pain or orthopedic problems. Researchers translated and tested several pain and disability questionnaires into Albanian to ensure they work correctly. The goal was to provide reliable tools for doctors and researchers to assess …
Sponsor: Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 22, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New app could help track muscle fatigue in cystic fibrosis patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a mobile app can reliably measure muscle fatigue in people with cystic fibrosis (CF). Researchers compared 100 participants with CF to healthy controls using a chair-rising test captured by the app. The goal was to see if the app could detect differences…
Sponsor: Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 17, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Paratroopers' jaw muscles under the microscope: splint study reveals surprising findings
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether wearing a sports mouthguard changes how jaw muscles work and how the neck moves in adult skydivers. Nineteen professional paratroopers had their muscle activity and neck motion measured with and without the splint. The goal was simply to observe any d…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:05 UTC