University Of Jordan
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Jordan, explained in plain language.
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Keto diet shows promise for prediabetes in new study
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether a low-carb, high-fat (ketogenic) diet with fewer calories can reduce harmful substances in the blood and improve insulin function in adults with prediabetes and obesity. 90 participants aged 18-40 were split into three groups: one on a keto diet, one …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Jordan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 07:01 UTC
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Sweet science: honey may help tame insulin resistance
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether eating honey daily could improve insulin resistance in obese women who are at risk for diabetes. Twenty women between 19 and 45 years old took part. Researchers measured their blood sugar, insulin, and other health markers after they ate honey and aft…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Jordan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 06:53 UTC
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Plant power: natural supplement shows promise for fatty liver
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether taking phytosterols (natural plant compounds) for 3 months could improve liver health, cholesterol, and insulin levels in 27 adults with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Participants took daily supplements while researchers tracked changes in…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Jordan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 19, 2026 11:47 UTC
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Hope after loss: new counseling shows promise for moms
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a 6-session counseling program designed to boost hope and psychological well-being in first-time mothers who had a miscarriage. Eight women who scored low on hope or well-being scales participated. The program used personalized discussions based on hope theory t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Jordan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 06:46 UTC
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Sweet solution soothes needle pain in young dental patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a sugar-free sweet-tasting solution applied before a dental injection could reduce pain in children aged 6-12. Fifty-four kids received either the sweet solution or plain water before local anesthesia. Pain was measured using child-reported and observer-…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Jordan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:55 UTC
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Heart surgery patients: a simple video beforehand may cut ICU confusion
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether watching a short educational video before coronary artery bypass surgery could help patients recover better. 220 adults were randomly assigned to either watch the video or receive standard instructions. Researchers tracked whether patients became confuse…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Jordan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:57 UTC
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Dentists reveal: the order you see tooth shades changes your mind!
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether the order in which a dentist shows tooth color options influences a patient's final choice. 210 adults seeking cosmetic dental work were split into three groups: one saw natural shades first, another saw bleached shades first, and the third saw all sh…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Jordan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 06:44 UTC
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Which training helps nurses read ECGs best? new study tests three methods
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested three different teaching methods to help emergency and critical care nurses get better at using computer software to read heart tests (ECGs). 268 nurses from Jordan took part. The goal was to find the best way to train nurses so they can use this technology more…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Jordan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:54 UTC