University Of Rochester

This early-stage study tested whether a light-activated dye (methylene blue) can safely help sterilize deep abscesses during standard drainage. 21 adults with abscesses up to 8 cm received the treatment. The main goal was to check for side effects and see if the procedure is tech…

This study tested a brief coaching program called Social Engage for Hispanic/Latino caregivers aged 40 and older who care for a family member with dementia and feel lonely or stressed. Ten participants took part in up to 8 weekly sessions over 3 months. The goal was to see if the…

This study tested whether a home rehabilitation program with daily activity tasks and heart rate monitoring helps people recover better after a pulmonary embolism (a blood clot in the lungs). 32 adults who had a moderate to severe clot were assigned to either the home program or …

This study compared a smartphone app (InBloom) to a weekly group program (ROSE) for preventing postpartum depression in 152 pregnant women at risk. Participants used the app or attended group sessions, and researchers checked their mood before birth and up to 3 months after. The …

This study tested a visual training program for 79 adults with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder. The program aimed to improve two visual skills often impaired in this condition: seeing contrast and organizing visual information. Participants were split into groups to tes…

This study tested a smartphone app called FMF Connect for parents and caregivers of children with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD). The app provides helpful information and peer support to manage children's behavior. 129 caregivers of children aged 3 to 12 took part. The go…

This study tested a coaching program called Social Engage Coaching for adults aged 60 and older who feel lonely and have had thoughts of suicide. Participants worked with a trained coach in up to 10 sessions to improve their social connections and well-being. The study used surve…

This study tested whether a safe, non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS can be used at home to prevent suicidal thoughts in adults recently discharged from the hospital for mood disorders. 33 participants were randomly assigned to receive either real or fake (sham)…

This pilot study looked at whether older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) would enjoy and stick with a 12-week music training program, either piano lessons or general music classes. Researchers wanted to see if these programs are acceptable and practical before plannin…

This study tested a tool called UR-GOAL to help older patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML), their caregivers, and their doctors communicate better. Fifteen patients aged 60 and older, along with their caregivers, used the tool and then gave feedback. The goal was to see if …

This study tested a program to help older patients (age 60+) with blood cancers plan their future medical care while they were in the hospital. 41 patients took part, and the program was found to be feasible, with most patients completing the planning session. The goal was to see…

This study aimed to find out if silent myocardial ischemia (reduced blood flow to the heart without symptoms) increases the risk of heart-related death or problems in people with coronary heart disease. Researchers followed participants for one to three years. The goal was to bet…