University Of South Carolina
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of South Carolina, explained in plain language.
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Buddy system boosts fitness: digital team training gets people moving
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether adding digital social support training to an existing activity program helps adults who don't exercise enough become more active. About 300 people will join in teams of 3-8. Researchers will measure changes in physical activity and motivation over 3 an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of South Carolina • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 01, 2026 15:57 UTC
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Can a little exercise ease arthritis pain? study seeks answers
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at how different amounts of physical activity (45, 90, or 150 minutes per week) affect arthritis symptoms like pain and physical function. Researchers will enroll 285 adults with arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis, or lupus. Parti…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of South Carolina • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 29, 2026 15:04 UTC
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Pistachio power: could this nut supercharge your metabolism?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether eating pistachios as a snack can improve how the body uses energy (metabolic flexibility) in healthy overweight or obese adults aged 25-45. Sixty participants will compare four days of pistachio snacking with four days of their normal diet. Researchers…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of South Carolina • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 01, 2026 16:00 UTC