Clinical trials: in Pakistan
Healthy Children
Adapted Frenkle Exercises Versus Dynamic Balance Training in School Going Children
A randomized clinical trial will be conducted at Realm Educational School. Children aged 6-12 years will be randomly assigned to either the AFE or DBT group using convenient sampling.
- Trial name
- DBT (NCT07619807)
- Testing
- Adapted Frenkle Exercises, Dynamic Balance Training
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 36 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Riphah International University
Primary Dysmenorrhea (PD)
Graded Motor Imagery for Primary Dysmenorrhea
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if graded motor imagery can reduce pain sensitivity and period pain in women with primary dysmenorrhea (painful periods with no medical cause).
- Trial name
- NCT07618832
- Testing
- Graded Motor Imagery (GMI)
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 81 people
- Sponsor
- Dr. Mehak Naeem
Childhood Obesity Pevention
School and Family-Based Obesity Prevention in Pakistani Primary School Children
Childhood obesity is increasing rapidly in Pakistan, but there are no large, high-quality studies testing ways to prevent it in schools.
- Trial name
- NCT07616232
- Testing
- School-Family Obesity Prevention Program (SFOPP)
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 2,340 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Central South University
Thoracic Surgery
ACBT With Incentive Spirometry Versus High-Frequency Chest Wall Oscillation After Thoracic Surgery
This randomized clinical trial aims to compare the effectiveness of Active Cycle of Breathing Techniques combined with Incentive Spirometry (ACBT + IS) versus High-Frequency Chest Wall Oscillation (HFCWO) in patients undergoing…
- Trial name
- NCT07619716
- Testing
- Active Cycle of Breathing Techniques with Incentive Spirometry, High-Frequency Chest Wall Oscillation
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 42 people
- Sponsor
- Riphah International University
Preeclampsia, Pregnant With Complication
Feasibility of a Telemonitoring Program for Pregnant Women at High-Risk for Preeclampsia in Pakistan
High maternal mortality from preeclampsia/eclampsia results from a lack of early identification and management of pregnant women at high risk for preeclampsia.
- Trial name
- NCT05662696
- Testing
- Raabta Telemonitoring Program (Mobile Application)
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 50 people
- Sponsor
- University Health Network, Toronto
Stroke, Middle Cerebral Artery Infarction
Roods vs PNF for Upper Limb Function in Acute MCA Stroke
Middle cerebral artery (MCA) stroke often causes weakness or stiffness in the arm and hand, making daily activities difficult. This study compares two physical therapy approaches - Rood's facilitatory techniques (using touch…
- Trial name
- RVP-MCA (NCT07616622)
- Testing
- Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation, Rood's Facilitatory Techniques, Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 28 people
- Sponsor
- University of Faisalabad
Hemondynamic Changes in Spinal Anesthesia
Comparison of Hemodynamic Effects of Bupivacaine in Spinal Anesthesia
To assess hemodynamic changes with hyperbaric bupivacaine with spinal anesthesia
- Trial name
- Nill (NCT07616882)
- Testing
- Spinal Anesthesia (bupivacaine)
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 100 people
- Sponsor
- Liaquat National Hospital & Medical College
Plantar Fasciitis
Comparing Bowen Therapy and Tennis Ball Technique for Pain and Disability in Plantar Fasciitis Patients, A Randomized Controlled Trial
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain and can make everyday activities such as walking, standing for long periods, or climbing stairs difficult and uncomfortable.
- Trial name
- PF (NCT07616492)
- Testing
- Bowen therapy, Self myofascial release by Tennis ball technique
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 80 people
- Sponsor
- Green International University
Pulpal Condition
Elevation of Effect of Common Analgesic on Pulp Sensibility Tet
Introduction Pulp sensibility tests are essential in endodontic diagnosis because they help determine whether a tooth requires conservative management or irreversible treatment such as root canal therapy.
- Trial name
- NCT07618494
- Testing
- Paracetamol, Ibuprofen
- Where
- 2 sites in Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 184 people
- Sponsor
- Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences
Myopia, Progressive Myopia
Atropine Alone vs Atropine Plus Bifocal Spectacles for Myopia Control in Children
Background: Myopia (nearsightedness) is a growing global health concern, projected to affect 50% of the world population by 2050.
- Conditions
- Myopia, Progressive Myopia, Refractive Errors
- Trial name
- COMBAT-Myopia (NCT07614113)
- Testing
- Atropine Sulfate 0.05% Ophthalmic Solution, Bifocal Spectacles
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 210 people
- Sponsor
- University of Faisalabad
Psoriasis
Managing Psychological Distress Through Mindfulness-based CBT to Evaluate Its Effectiveness on Self-compassion Among Psoriasis Patients:The Mediating Role of Mental Health Locus of Control
Your research study is about evaluating the effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) in reducing psychological distress among psoriasis patients and improving their self-compassion and Mental Health Locus of…
- Trial name
- managing psych (NCT07615257)
- Testing
- Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Usual Care
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 128 people
- Sponsor
- Islamia University of Bahawalpur
Laryngoscopic Stress Response, Video Laryngoscopy
Effect of Video Laryngoscopy Versus Conventional Laryngoscopy Upon Hemodynamics
In general anestheisa airway is secured by passing a tube down the widpipe. This helps the patient to breath via ventilator during anesthesia.
- Conditions
- Laryngoscopic Stress Response, Video Laryngoscopy, Conventional Laryngoscopy
- Trial name
- NCT07300878
- Testing
- C MAC hyperangulated video laryngoscopy, Conventional macintosh laryngoscopy
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 208 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences
Term Pregnancy, Labour Induction
Effect of Membrane Sweeping at Term on Duration of Onset of Labour at Tertiary Care Hospital (EMSTDOLTCH)
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn whether membrane sweeping can help start labour naturally and improve delivery outcomes in women with term pregnancy.
- Conditions
- Term Pregnancy, Labour Induction, Delayed Onset of Labour, Post Term Pregnancy
- Trial name
- EMSTDOLTCH (NCT07615946)
- Testing
- membrane sweeping, Routine Vaginal examination
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 214 people
- Sponsor
- Kharadar General Hospital
Plantar Fasciitis of Both Feet
Effects Of Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization as Compared With Manual Longitudinal Friction Massage in Individuals With Plantar Fasciitis.
This Randomized Controlled Trial aims to compare the effects of instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization(IASTM) and Manual Longitudinal friction massage (MLFM) on pain, functional ability and gait in individuals with plantar…
- Trial name
- IMPACT-PF (NCT07614672)
- Testing
- Instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM), Manual Longitudinal Friction Massage
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 56 people
- Sponsor
- Ibadat International University, Islamabad
Hip Fracture Surgeries
FASCIA ILIACA BLOCK VERSUS INTRAVENOUS NALBUPHINE AS ANALGESIC METHOD BEFORE POSITIONING FOR SPINAL ANESTHESIA IN PATIENTS UNDERGOING SURGERY FOR HIP FRACTURES
Investigators will compare FASCIA ILIACA BLOCK VERSUS INTRAVENOUS NALBUPHINE AS ANALGESIC METHOD BEFORE POSITIONING FOR SPINAL ANESTHESIA IN PATIENTS UNDERGOING SURGERY FOR HIP FRACTURES
- Trial name
- NCT07613801
- Testing
- Bupivacain, Nalbuphine
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 30 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Liaquat National Hospital & Medical College
Cochlear Implant, Children
Effect of Perceptual Training and Phonetic Placement Therapy in Children With Cochlear Implant
Background: Children with cochlear implants often continue to exhibit speech sound and intelligibility difficulties despite improved auditory access.
- Conditions
- Cochlear Implant, Children, Speech Sound Disorder
- Trial name
- NCT07613034
- Testing
- Phonetic placement therapy, perceptual training
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 12 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Riphah International University
Asthma
Effects of Abdominal Binder on Dysnea, Control Pause and Quality of Life in Asthmatic Patients
This study investigates the effects of using an abdominal binder as an adjunct to diaphragmatic breathing in asthma patients. The goal is to determine if the binder improves respiratory mechanics, specifically reducing dyspnea…
- Trial name
- NCT07612384
- Testing
- Abdominal binder -assisted diaphragmatic breathing, Conventional diaphragmatic breathing exercise
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 32 people
- Sponsor
- Foundation University Islamabad
Melasma
Comparative Efficacy of Intralesional Tranexamic Acid Versus Mandelic Acid Peel in the Treatment of Melasma
Melasma is a chronic acquired disorder of facial hyperpigmentation that significantly affects quality of life. Both intralesional tranexamic acid and mandelic acid chemical peels are effective treatment options with favorable…
- Trial name
- NCT07604844
- Testing
- Mandelic Acid Peel, Intralesional Tranexamic Acid
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 120 people
- Sponsor
- Combined Military Hospital Abbottabad
Athetoid CP, Cerebral Palsy (CP)
Comparison of Sensory Integration Therapy and Conventional Physical Therapy on Gross Motor Function in Children With Athetoid Cerebral Palsy: A Randomized Controlled Trial
This is an RCT aiming to explore the comparison of Sensory Integration Therapy and Conventional Physical Therapy on Gross Motor Function in Children with Athetoid Cerebral Palsy
- Trial name
- NCT07611565
- Testing
- Sensory Integration Therapy and Conventional Physical Therapy, Conventional Physical Therapy
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 26 people
- Sponsor
- Ibadat International University, Islamabad
Poly Cystic Ovary Syndrome
Modulation of Hyperandrogenic Anovulation Through Fenugreek Seeds
Hyperandrogenic anovulation is a common gynecological illness that impacts the ovaries, vagina and uterus. According to Statistics, in Pakistan 17.6% of individuals seeking treatment at infertility clinics were found to be…
- Trial name
- NCT07586969
- Testing
- Control, Fenugreek seeds (G1):, Fenugreek seeds (G2)
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 70 people
- Sponsor
- University of Lahore