University Of Nove De Julho

This study tests whether shining a specific red laser light on the wrist (over the radial artery) can improve blood pressure and blood vessel function in people with hypertension who are already taking the medication losartan. Eighty adults will be randomly assigned to receive ei…

This study tests whether shining a special low-level laser on chronic leg ulcers can help them heal faster. 96 adults with venous leg ulcers will receive either real laser treatment plus standard compression, or a sham laser plus compression, twice a week for 16 weeks. The goal i…

This phase 2 trial tests whether photobiomodulation, a type of light therapy, can improve healing of foot ulcers in people with diabetes. Researchers will compare standard wound care alone against standard care plus light therapy applied to the ulcer and to blood vessels. The stu…

This study looks at whether doing handgrip exercises for 12 weeks can lower blood pressure in people with peripheral artery disease (PAD). Researchers will split 30 participants into two groups: one does handgrip training, the other is encouraged to be more active. Blood pressure…

This study tests a device that uses light and a static magnetic field (PBMT-sMF) on adult ICU patients who need a breathing machine. The goal is to see if this therapy can reduce the number of days in the ICU and prevent diaphragm muscle weakness. Researchers will compare the act…

This study will test whether applying fluoride varnish and placing special sealants can prevent and control cavities in 2,500 children aged 6 to 12. The treatments are minimally invasive and designed for use in public health settings. Children will be checked every three months f…

This clinical trial investigates whether photobiomodulation, a non-invasive light therapy, can reduce muscle spasticity in adults who have had a stroke. About 42 participants with spastic hemiparesis will receive either active light therapy or a placebo treatment on their calf mu…

This study compares two exercise programs for people with knee osteoarthritis: supervised cycling on a stationary bike and a land-based therapeutic exercise program with strengthening and balance training. The goal is to see which approach better reduces pain sensitivity during a…

This study tests whether adding a mild electrical current (interferential current) to a standard exercise program can further reduce pain and improve function in people with knee osteoarthritis. 138 adults aged 40-75 with knee pain will be split into three groups: exercise only, …

This study looks at whether adding a special education program about chronic pain to standard exercise therapy can improve daily function and reduce pain in people with knee osteoarthritis. About 92 adults with knee OA will be randomly assigned to either exercise alone or exercis…

This study tests whether adding a special laser treatment to a standard estrogen cream works better than the cream alone for postmenopausal women with vaginal dryness, burning, or pain during sex. Sixty women aged 45–70 will be randomly assigned to receive either a real or sham l…

This study tests if shining red and infrared light on the face one hour before nose surgery can lessen swelling and bruising afterward. Sixty adults having open rhinoplasty will either get real light therapy or a fake treatment. Researchers will measure swelling on day 3 and trac…

This study tests whether a special LED light bracelet, used at home for 12 minutes a day, can improve recovery after wrist fracture surgery. Forty-two adults will either get the active light device or an inactive one, along with standard exercises. Researchers will check wrist fu…

This study tests whether a 12-week exercise program delivered through a smartphone app can improve physical function and heart health in people with long COVID. Sixty adults with ongoing fatigue or shortness of breath after a COVID-19 infection will be randomly assigned to either…

This study tests whether an 8-week yoga program can improve physical function and reduce pain in people with knee osteoarthritis. Researchers will compare yoga to standard therapeutic exercises in 90 adults aged 45 and older. The goal is to see if yoga offers extra benefits for m…

This study compares two types of fractional lasers (Erbium:Glass and Thulium) against microneedling for treating atrophic acne scars on the face. About 84 people with acne scars will receive one of the treatments, and doctors will measure scar improvement using a standard scale. …