Daily Activities clinical trials

CAR-T therapy study for older adults

This study looks at how well CAR-T cell therapy works and how safely it can be given to older adults. It is for people whose cancer or related blood condition has come back or did not respond, and who are receiving a standard (commercial) CAR-T product.

Aging, blood changes, and health in older adults

This study examines why some older adults develop changes in their blood cells that may affect their health. Researchers will look for links between these blood changes, aging, and common health problems in older people.

Cancer Fatigue and Daily Life in Children and Teens

This study looks at how tiredness from cancer treatment affects children's and teens' quality of life and ability to do everyday activities. By understanding this better, doctors hope to help young cancer patients feel better and stay more active during and after treatment.

Learning daily care strategies for dementia caregivers

This study tests a program that teaches dementia caregivers practical strategies to help their loved ones with everyday activities. It aims to reduce stress and improve daily life for both you and the person you care for.

Arm loss, balance, pain, and daily life study

This study looks at how the percentage of arm loss affects balance, neck and back pain, daily activities, and reaction time in people with one arm amputated who use a myoelectric or bionic hand. It may help understand how to improve care and rehabilitation.

Air, noise, and lifestyle effects on heart health

This study tests if wearing a wristband that tracks air and noise can help reduce heart risks in people with early signs of metabolic syndrome. You will also get lifestyle tips to help protect your heart.

Exercise program to prevent falls in older adults with diabetes

This trial tests whether a special exercise program (with music and multitasking) can help reduce falls and fractures and improve heart health in older adults with diabetes. If you are 65+ and have diabetes, you may be able to join and get free exercise classes.

Exercise to improve muscle and reduce falls in thyroid disease

This study tests whether a special exercise program can help older women with thyroid disease improve muscle strength, quality of life, and reduce falls. You would do supervised rhythm-based multitask exercises (like stepping and moving to music) several times a week.

Effects of a dynamic arm support in daily life

This trial tests whether a dynamic arm support (a device that helps lift your arm) improves your daily activities. You can join if you already use one of the specific Focal Meditech arm supports.

Remote activity and symptom surveys for transgender cancer survivors

This study tests whether it’s practical to track daily activity with a Fitbit and collect symptom/quality-of-life answers (surveys and possibly interviews) by phone or computer. It may help improve how care teams monitor well-being for transgender people who have had cancer or are at risk.

Home Activity Monitoring for Older Women

This study uses sensors in your home to track how you perform everyday tasks like cooking and cleaning. Researchers want to better understand how older adults stay active and independent in their daily lives.

Lumbopelvic rhythm & posture in scoliosis

This study looks at how the way your lower back and pelvis move together affects your balance, daily activities, and quality of life if you have scoliosis. It aims to find better ways to help you move and feel better.

Early vs delayed treatment for high-risk CLL: cost study

This study compares early treatment versus delaying treatment in newly diagnosed people with high-risk CLL/SLL who feel well. It mainly looks at the overall “costs and value” of each approach and asks patients to complete short health and quality-of-life questionnaires.

Cognitive training to help brain flexibility in multiple sclerosis

This study tests whether structured cognitive exercises can improve “neuroplasticity,” meaning how flexible and changeable the brain is. It includes people with multiple sclerosis and healthy volunteers, and uses tasks plus brain scans to see what changes over time.

Vibrating therapy ball for tremor relief

This trial tests whether a vibrating ball can help reduce tremor and make daily tasks easier. It is for people with different types of tremor, as long as they don't have major thinking problems or certain other health issues.

Older adults: can 26°C indoor temp work?

This study checks if a 26°C indoor temperature is safe and comfortable for older adults with or without high blood pressure or type 2 diabetes. You'll wear different clothing and do daily activities while your body's response is monitored.

How kids see and move with special glasses

This study looks at how well children can see and move while wearing special glasses for myopia (nearsightedness). It helps researchers understand if the glasses improve daily activities.

Matching body clock to daily life for student well-being

This study tests if an app that helps match your daily schedule to your body's natural sleep-wake clock can improve well-being and happiness in college students. If you are a UCSD undergraduate with an Apple device, you may be able to join.

Strength and fatigue during daily arm and hand tasks in children

This study looks at how strong children's arms and hands are and how quickly they get tired during everyday activities. It helps doctors understand normal development in typically developing children.

Supporting Parents of Autistic Youth Through Online Resources

This study helps parents, family members, or caregivers of autistic youth by offering online support and tools. Researchers want to understand how online resources can reduce stress and improve wellbeing for adults caring for autistic children.

Shoulder Pain and Function with Heart Devices

This study looks at shoulder pain and how well the shoulder works in people who have a heart device like a pacemaker. It aims to understand if having the device affects shoulder function over time.

Effectiveness of Implementing a Reablement Model in Community-Based Long-Term Care Centers

Daily activities after cancer treatment in children

This study looks at how children and teens manage everyday activities like dressing, eating, and moving around right after finishing treatment for leukemia or lymphoma. It aims to understand their needs and help improve recovery support.

Brain Fog Treatment for ME/CFS Using Cognitive Training

This study tests whether a computerized cognitive training program combined with a mild electrical nerve stimulation device (worn on the ear) can help improve thinking and memory problems in people with ME/CFS. The goal is to see if this approach helps with brain fog and daily functioning.