Wroclaw Medical University

This trial tests whether taking a daily supplement of cornelian cherry fruit for six months can improve markers of heart, blood vessel, eye, and bone health in people with metabolic syndrome. Participants will receive either the cherry supplement or a placebo, and researchers wil…

This trial explores how intensifying neurohormonal blockade—by adding or increasing eplerenone or finerenone—affects sodium excretion in people with chronic heart failure. Researchers will measure urinary sodium before and after diuretic use across three visits to see if treatmen…

This trial investigates whether the method of inserting orthodontic miniscrews (self-drilling vs. self-tapping), along with patient sex and jaw location, influences the risk of complications like inflammation, pain, root damage, or screw failure. The study involves adults aged 20…

This study looked at whether a 7-month low-carb, high-fat (ketogenic) diet could improve symptoms and quality of life in 121 women with lipedema, a chronic fat tissue disorder causing painful leg swelling. Participants followed the diet and were monitored for changes in leg size,…

This study tested whether shining a low-level red laser on the gums can make teeth move faster during braces treatment. 18 adults with braces had one side of their mouth treated with the laser and the other side not. The goal was to see if the laser side moved more over 45 days. …

This study tested whether a daily berry extract supplement (from aronia, honeyberry, and bilberry) could improve vision in 27 adults aged 50+ with presbyopia (age-related blurry near vision). Participants took the supplement or a placebo for 6 weeks each, with a 5-week break in b…

This observational study looks at resting metabolic rate, body composition, dietary habits, and the risk of eating disorders in children and adolescents who regularly practice sport climbing. Participants aged 9 to 18 will undergo metabolic measurements, body composition analysis…

This study looked at whether taking a cornelian cherry supplement for four weeks could improve heart and blood vessel function in healthy amateur long-distance runners over age 45. Eighteen participants received either the cherry extract or a placebo in a crossover design. Resear…

This study tested whether dietary supplements like potato starch and sodium butyrate can change how the body controls heart rate and breathing. Fourteen healthy adults took each supplement for four weeks. Researchers measured gut bacteria byproducts and nerve reflexes. The goal i…