Women's College Hospital

This study tests whether a specific nerve block, called a femoral articular branch block, can reduce pain and the need for strong painkillers after hip replacement surgery. Half of the 95 participants will receive the nerve block, and the other half will receive a placebo (fake) …

This study tests whether breathing nitrous oxide (laughing gas) can reduce depression symptoms in people whose depression hasn't improved with at least two medications. 120 adults aged 18-65 with moderate to severe depression will be randomly assigned to receive either the gas or…

This study tests if a safe, non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS can help people recover from knee replacement surgery. About 70 adults scheduled for a knee replacement will use a home-based device before and after surgery. The goal is to see if this approach can …

This study compares two surgical methods (single-row vs. double-row repair) for people with chronic Achilles tendon pain that hasn't improved with non-surgical treatments. About 166 adults aged 18 to 75 will be randomly assigned to one of the two procedures. The goal is to see wh…

This study tests a new computer system that helps pharmacists provide better care for people with COPD. The tool guides them through symptom checks, medication reviews, and creating action plans. Researchers will see if using the system in 6 pharmacies improves care compared to t…