University Of Manitoba
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Manitoba, explained in plain language.
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Can a common antibiotic shield blood cancer patients from deadly infections?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether the antibiotic levofloxacin can safely lower the risk of infections in people with myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) or acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who are receiving chemotherapy as outpatients. About 75 adults will be randomly assigned to take levofloxacin…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Manitoba • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 22, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Magnetic zaps tested for tennis elbow and carpal tunnel relief
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether a non-invasive magnetic treatment (rPMS) can reduce chronic pain in the elbow or wrist caused by tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, or carpal tunnel syndrome. About 40 adults will receive either real or fake (sham) magnetic pulses over two days. Research…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Manitoba • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:56 UTC
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Virtual reality may soothe blood sugar spikes after meals
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis small pilot study tests whether a relaxing virtual reality (VR) experience can help manage blood sugar after eating white bread. Twenty healthy adults will try relaxing VR, stressful VR, a VR clinic room, or just sitting in a real room before and after a meal. Researchers wi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Manitoba • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:57 UTC