Feasibility clinical trials

Reality PAWS Program for Kids in Hospital Isolation

This study tests a virtual reality program called Reality PAWS to help children in isolation feel more connected and less bored. If your child is between 8 and 21, speaks English, and has typical development, they may be able to join.

Colchicine for people on dialysis

This study tests whether the medicine colchicine, which reduces inflammation, can be safely given to people having haemodialysis. It aims to see if it's possible to run a larger trial in the future.

Herbs and spices for better diet in college students

This study tests whether adding herbs and spices to your daily meals can help improve your diet quality over a short period. It is designed for college students who feel their eating habits could be healthier.

Feasibility trial of ATTACH program for families in Denmark

This trial tests a program called ATTACH to help parents and young children who are facing tough challenges, like mental health problems, substance abuse, or having a child in foster care. If you are a parent with a child under 5.7 years, speak English or Danish, and are getting support from a family treatment center, you may be able to join.

Study of wireless vital sign monitors after spinal surgery

This trial tests whether a wireless, wearable monitor can safely track your heart rate and other vital signs after complex spinal surgery, reducing the need for frequent nurse checks. If you are having extensive back surgery and stay in the hospital for at least 3 days, you may be eligible.

Homeopathic approach added to cancer center care

This study checks whether it’s practical and acceptable to offer a homeopathic approach alongside usual care at a cancer center. If you agree, you may be asked to participate in an interview or related study activities to help evaluate the approach.

Beta-hydroxybutyrate for active Crohn's disease when starting new therapy

This study tests whether a natural substance called beta-hydroxybutyrate (BHB) can help treat active Crohn's disease when you start a new prescription therapy. It aims to see if adding BHB is safe and practical.

Virtual reality for arm recovery after stroke

This trial tests if a virtual reality system called BeCure can help people who had a stroke recover arm movement. It's for people who are still in the early to later stages of recovery (not the very first days) and have some movement and sitting balance.

Remote fetal monitoring trial for complicated pregnancies

This study tests if women with high-risk pregnancies can safely use a remote monitor at home instead of staying in the hospital. You would use a belly patch to send your baby's heart rate and your contractions to your care team.

Online program for dementia caregivers in Malaysia

This trial tests an online program called iSupport-Malaysia to help people who care for a family member with dementia. It aims to reduce stress, burden, and symptoms of depression or anxiety.

Nutrition program for prediabetes at health center

This study tests a nutrition program for people with prediabetes at a health center. It aims to see if the program is practical and can help prevent type 2 diabetes.

Testing a wireless thermal capsule for the digestive tract

This study tests a new wireless capsule that you swallow, like a pill, to measure temperature inside your digestive tract. It is for healthy volunteers to see if the device is safe and works well.

Pre-surgery exercise for heart bypass patients

This study tests whether starting a supervised exercise program before your first heart bypass surgery (CABG) is possible and helpful. If you are waiting for elective CABG and speak Danish, you may be able to join a prehabilitation program to get stronger before your operation.

Online self-compassion study for diabetes distress

This trial tests a tailored online program to help people with diabetes manage distress through self-compassion skills. It's designed for those whose diabetes team feels they could use extra mental health support.

Home blood tests and transfusions for new AML patients

This trial tests whether people with newly diagnosed AML can safely check their own blood counts at home and receive transfusions there while getting chemotherapy at home. If it works, you may need fewer hospital visits.

Testing a new lung imaging method in ICU patients

This study tests whether a special imaging technique called EIT (electrical impedance tomography) combined with a safe contrast injection can measure blood flow in the lungs of patients on breathing machines. If it works, it could help doctors better manage critically ill patients.

Feasibility of Intra- and Post-operative Microdialysis During Neurosurgery for Central Nervous System Lesions

Social Participation Recovery Program After Brain Injury

This study tests whether a group program can help people who've had a traumatic brain injury (TBI) get back to social activities they enjoyed before their injury. You'll work with others and learn strategies to re-engage with friends, family, and community.

Nerve wrap procedure during prostate surgery to help preserve erectile function

This study tests wrapping the nerves next to the prostate with a special tissue graft during prostate cancer surgery. The goal is to see if it helps keep erectile function after surgery.

Device study for closing femoral access after heart procedures

This trial tests a new device called xDot that helps close the small hole in the leg after a heart procedure like a valve replacement or aneurysm repair. It is a feasibility study, meaning the device is being tested for safety and how well it works in people.

Music program to improve thinking in people with multiple sclerosis

This study tests a music-based program to see if it can help improve thinking and memory in people with multiple sclerosis. It is a small feasibility study to see if the program is practical and helpful.

Audio diary app for diabetes with other health conditions

This trial tests if using an audio diary app can help people with diabetes and at least one other health condition, like obesity or heart failure, manage their health better. You can join if you have a smartphone and can use the app and online surveys.

Brief therapy to prevent suicide attempts in hospital

This study tests whether a short, focused therapy called Cognitive Behaviour Therapy can help prevent future suicide attempts in people admitted to a psychiatric hospital. You would receive this therapy while staying in the hospital after a recent suicide attempt or suicidal crisis.

Meals after heart failure hospitalization

This study provides medically tailored meals to people recently hospitalized with heart failure to see if they help recovery. It is testing whether having healthy meals delivered can improve how patients feel and reduce the chance of being readmitted to the hospital.