Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
Clinical trials sponsored by Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, explained in plain language.
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Military study tests less invasive carpal tunnel surgery
Disease control CompletedThis study compared two surgical methods for treating carpal tunnel syndrome in military personnel. Researchers tested whether a newer, ultrasound-guided procedure with a smaller incision works as well as the traditional open surgery. They measured pain, hand function, recovery t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Walter Reed National Military Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:40 UTC
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Military study tests natural blood treatment vs steroids for aching shoulders
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two types of injections for shoulder arthritis pain: platelet-rich plasma (PRP, made from a patient's own blood) and corticosteroid (a common anti-inflammatory steroid shot). It involved 50 military and civilian adults with shoulder osteoarthritis to see which…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Walter Reed National Military Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Botox and gait training tested as surgery alternative for Runners' pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two non-surgical treatments for chronic exertional compartment syndrome (CECS), a painful leg condition in active people. It compared gait retraining and botulinum toxin (Botox) injections to see if they could improve running ability and reduce pain over two yea…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Walter Reed National Military Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 20, 2026 14:48 UTC