University Of Valencia

This study looks at what happens after a damaged disc in the lower back is replaced with an artificial one. Surgeons must remove part of the disc's outer ring to implant the new disc, and this may affect how the spine moves. The study will check if scar tissue that forms after su…

This study looks at whether a combination of physical exercise and a nutritional supplement (phenylcapsaicin) can improve body composition, metabolism, and overall health in adults aged 50-65 who are overweight but not obese. Participants must have at least two signs of mild meta…

This study tests whether a special gel (hyaluronic acid) can help regrow bone lost to severe gum disease, compared to another gel (enamel matrix derivative) or standard cleaning alone. Sixty adults with deep gum pockets will receive a non-surgical deep cleaning plus one of the ge…

This study tests whether a daily natural supplement combined with a twice-weekly exercise program can improve immune function and reduce inflammation in adults aged 65 and older. Over six months, 60 participants will take either the supplement or a placebo, all while following th…

This study looks at whether a short patient interview and physical exam can help doctors correctly identify when low back pain comes from the sacroiliac joint. About 140 adults with chronic low back or buttock pain will be checked. The goal is to improve diagnosis and reduce the …

This study tests whether a virtual assistant (a chatbot) can help adults aged 60 and older complete a 12-week home exercise program. Seventy participants will either use the virtual assistant or join a standard in-person class. The goal is to see if the tech-based approach improv…

This study tests whether using a telerehabilitation app (TRAK) for home exercises works better than a standard exercise booklet and diary for people with low back pain. Thirty adults with subacute or chronic low back pain will follow an 8-week program, and researchers will measur…

This study looks at whether a structured exercise program can improve physical, foot, and mental health in adults over 59 living in a rural area. One group has been doing the program for a year, another is just starting, and a third group is active but not in the program. Researc…

This study tests whether adding blood flow restriction (BFR) therapy to standard rehab helps people recover faster after ACL surgery. BFR uses a cuff on the thigh to partially restrict blood flow during light exercises. The trial will enroll 40 adults aged 18-45 and measure pain,…

This study tests whether a single session of radiofrequency diathermy (a heat-based therapy) can improve pain sensitivity, heat perception, and tissue elasticity in postpartum women with separated abdominal muscles. Forty-eight women, some with and some without the condition, wil…

This study tests whether a physiotherapy program that combines gentle exercise with pain education can reduce pain and improve daily life for women with endometriosis. About 62 women will take part, with half receiving the combined program and half receiving pain education alone.…

This study tests whether doing leg exercises with a blood pressure cuff on the thigh can temporarily reduce pain in people with severe knee osteoarthritis who are waiting for knee replacement surgery. Forty-five participants will do two different exercise sessions (with either fi…

This study tests whether special materials placed under the foot can better distribute pressure and help heal diabetic foot ulcers. Researchers will measure blood flow and skin temperature in 46 adults with diabetes. The goal is to find materials that improve healing without surg…

This study tests whether taking dance classes twice a week for eight months can improve movement, daily activities, and quality of life in children aged 3 to 14 with motor impairments. Researchers will compare the dance group to a group that does not dance. The goal is to see if …

This study looks at whether a special exercise method called blood flow restriction (BFR) can help reduce pain and improve muscle function in people with severe knee osteoarthritis who are waiting for knee replacement surgery. Participants will try six different exercise setups t…

This study tests a program that combines exercise and education to help women going through menopause improve their strength, daily function, and emotional well-being. About 115 women aged 45 and older will take part. The goal is to see if this non-drug approach can ease symptoms…

This study tests a mobile app designed to reduce stigma and increase knowledge about suicide, making it easier for people to seek help. About 214 Spanish-speaking adults will use the app, with some starting right away and others after a delay. The goal is to see if the app improv…

This study looks at whether a natural supplement combined with a supervised exercise program can improve mood, sleep, thinking skills, and physical function in women going through menopause. About 90 women aged 45-65 will take either the supplement or a placebo daily for 10 weeks…

This study looks at whether using a blood flow restriction cuff during exercise can help reduce pain in people with rotator cuff-related shoulder pain. 30 adults will try four different exercise routines with varying cuff pressures to see which works best for pain relief. The goa…

This study is testing a serious video game designed to improve emotional well-being in teenagers aged 12 to 16, both with and without chronic conditions like type 1 diabetes, asthma, and allergies. The game uses artificial intelligence to personalize activities that build coping …

This study looks at how much pregnant women know about oral health and whether a short educational leaflet can improve that knowledge. About 300 women at Hospital La Fe will fill out a questionnaire, read the leaflet, and then take the same questionnaire later. The goal is to see…

This study looks at whether certain proteins in spinal fluid can predict which adults with chronic hydrocephalus will improve after a shunt surgery. About 150 participants will have their fluid tested for amyloid and tau proteins, then tracked for changes in thinking, walking, an…

This study looks at how sleep apnea changes pressure in the brain and belly during sleep, which can affect how well a shunt (a tube that drains fluid from the brain) works. Researchers will study 30 adults with normal-pressure hydrocephalus to see if measuring these pressures hel…

This study tracks 25 adults with idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH), a condition where high pressure inside the skull causes headaches and vision problems. Researchers will measure body mass index (BMI) every three months and see how it relates to the success of treatment…

This study looks at how well physiotherapy students and their teachers agree on the students' non-technical skills—like teamwork, leadership, and communication—during clinical simulations. About 100 second-year students and their teachers will take part. The goal is to understand…

This study looks at how your heart, blood pressure, and fatigue respond to different workouts—with and without virtual reality. Healthy adults aged 18-35 will try four types of exercise: regular aerobic, high-intensity interval training (HIIT), and each combined with immersive VR…

This study looks at how the shape and height of the part connecting a dental implant to a crown (the abutment) affects bone loss around the implant. About 180 adults with missing back teeth will get implants with different abutment designs. Researchers will track bone changes and…

This study is for 12 adults with severe brain injuries or tumors in the back part of the brain. Doctors will place two small pressure sensors to measure pressure in both the front and back of the brain. The goal is to learn what normal and dangerous pressure levels are in the bac…

This study aims to create and validate a questionnaire that measures the symptoms and quality-of-life impacts of diastasis recti (abdominal muscle separation) in women. Researchers will develop the questionnaire through expert input and patient feedback, then test it on 125 adult…