Cervical collar use following anterior cervical hybrid surgery: protocol for a prospective randomized, time-controlled trial
This study aims to determine whether the cervical collar is effective and how long it should be worn after surgery.MethodsThis is a randomized, single-center, prospective, parallel-controlled trial. Eligible participants will be selected according to the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The primary outcome is the neck disability index, which will be evaluated before surgery and at one week, 3 weeks, 6 weeks, 3 months, 6 months, and 12 months following surgery. The secondary outcomes consist of the Japanese Orthopedic Association Scores, MOS 36-item short-form health survey (SF-36), visual analog scale, Pittsburgh Sl...
Source: Trials - June 16, 2023 Category: Research Source Type: clinical trials
The clinical effects of modified tinnitus relieving sound (MTRS) for chronic tinnitus: protocol for a randomized controlled trial
This study is supported by the Shanghai Shenkang Development Program (SHDC12019119), the Excellent Doctors-Excellent Clinical Researchers Program (SYB202008), the Shanghai Rising-Star Program (23QC1401200), the Shanghai Rising Stars of Medical Talent Youth Development Program (2021–99), the National Natural Science Foundation of China (81800912), and the National Natural Science Foundation of Shanghai (21ZR1411800).Trial registrationClinicalTrials.gov NCT04026932. Registered on 18 July 2019. (Source: Trials)
Source: Trials - June 2, 2023 Category: Research Source Type: clinical trials
Study protocol for The GOAL Trial: comprehensive geriatric assessment for frail older people with chronic kidney disease to increase attainment of patient-identified goals —a cluster randomised controlled trial
DiscussionThis trial addresses patient-prioritised outcomes. It will be conducted, disseminated and implemented by clinicians and researchers in partnership with consumers. If CGA is found to have clinical and cost-effectiveness for frail older people with CKD, the intervention framework could be embedded into routine clinical practice. The implementation of the trial ’s findings will be supported by presentations at conferences and forums with clinicians and consumers at specifically convened workshops, to enable rapid adoption into practice and policy for both nephrology and geriatric disciplines. It has potential to m...
Source: Trials - May 30, 2023 Category: Research Source Type: clinical trials
The effects of an e-health brisk walking intervention in increasing moderate-to-vigorous physical activity in physically inactive older people with cognitive frailty: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
This study employs a single-blinded, two-parallel-group, non-inferiority, randomized controlled trial design with a 1:1 group allocation ratio. Eligible participants are aged 60 years or above, have cognitive frailty and physical inactivity, and possess a smartphone for more than six months. The study will be conducted in community settings. In the intervention group, participants will receive a 2-week brisk-walking training followed by a 12-week e-health intervention. In the control group, participants will receive a 2-week brisk-walking training followed by a 12-week conventional behavioural change intervention. The pr...
Source: Trials - May 17, 2023 Category: Research Source Type: clinical trials
Case management and care expertise as a prevention approach for adults with intellectual disabilities (FaPP-MgB): study protocol for a randomized-controlled trial
DiscussionBy providing case management and utilizing their nursing expertise, advanced practice nurses will provide valuable input and guidance on prevention and health promotion for people with intellectual disabilities. They will close the gap between health and social care, which is prominent in Germany, through cooperation between the existing care sectors.The findings will be disseminated in peer-reviewed journals and presented at national and international conferences.Trial registrationGerman Clinical Trials Register,DRKS00028771, registered 4 July 2022, Universal Trial Number: U1111-1277 –0595. (Source: Trials)
Source: Trials - February 23, 2023 Category: Research Source Type: clinical trials
Students' Understanding and Beliefs About Pain Before and After a One-day Pain Science Education Conference: an Evaluation
Condition: Pain, Chronic Intervention: Other: Pain science education Sponsor: Teesside University Not yet recruiting (Source: ClinicalTrials.gov)
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov - February 10, 2023 Category: Research Source Type: clinical trials
