Clinical trials: sponsored by University of Calgary
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia With Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
Feasibility and Utility of a Prehabilitation Program for Use in Patients With Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Who Have Elected to Undergo Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP).
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a debilitating condition which is highly prevalent in older males, up to 45% of those over the age of 45 are affected and 80% of those over the age of 70 are affected.
- Conditions
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia With Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia With Outflow Obstruction
- Trial name
- NCT07552961
- Testing
- Comprehensive Prehabilitation Programming
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 40 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Iron Deficiency
Improving Iron Levels in Female Endurance, Intermittent, and Power/Strength Athletes Aged 16-35
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if different types and doses of oral iron supplements can improve iron levels, athletic performance, and gut health in young female athletes with low iron stores.
- Trial name
- FeSc2 (NCT06942208)
- Testing
- Low-dose iron (ferrous sulfate), Yeast-bound iron (ferrous sulfate), High-dose iron (ferrous sulfate)
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 36 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
DIPG, Brain Tumor, Pediatric, Recurrent
HRQL and Symptom Assessment for Patients With DIPG or Recurrent and Re-irradiated Brain Tumours and Their Caregivers
Although many children with brain tumours are successfully cured of their disease, a substantial proportion of patients suffer disease recurrence and require further treatment.
- Conditions
- DIPG, Brain Tumor, Pediatric, Recurrent, Brain Tumor, DIPG, Radiation Toxicity
- Trial name
- NCT04670016
- Testing
- This study does not include an intervention.
- Where
- 13 sites in Canada
- Volunteers
- 20 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Musculoskeletal Injury, Pediatrics
Topical Diclofenac vs.Oral Ibuprofen for MSK Pain in Children
The TOP-MAP pilot trial has multiple goals. The first goal of this pilot clinical trial is to find out if it will be possible to carry out a study at multiple pediatric emergency department sites (Peds ED) comparing Non-Steroidal…
- Conditions
- Musculoskeletal Injury, Pediatrics, Sprain and Strain of Ankle, Sprain Knee
- Trial name
- TOP-MAP (NCT07145645)
- Testing
- Voltaren Topical Gel, Ibuprofen Oral Suspension 100 mg/5mL, ORA-Blend Oral Suspension
- Where
- 2 sites in Canada
- Volunteers
- 60 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Atrial Fibrillation, Obesity
A Behavioural Weight Loss Intervention Delivered in Cardiac Rehabilitation for Patients With Atrial Fibrillation and Obesity
One-in-four Canadians will be diagnosed with an abnormal heart rhythm called atrial fibrillation (AF) in their lifetime. This is expected to double by 2050, owing to an aging population and increased age- and health…
- Trial name
- BeWEL IN CR-AF (NCT05600829)
- Testing
- BWLT+CR, CR-Only
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 120 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Episiotomy; Complications, Scar Tissue
Optimizing Postpartum Pelvic Health Through Self-Scar Tissue Massage of Episiotomy and Perineal Scar Tissue A Pilot RCT
The goal of this Pilot Randomized Control Trial (RCT) is to determine if a larger RCT evaluating the effect of self-scar tissue massage of episiotomy and/or vagina/perineal tear scar tissue on pelvic health outcomes is feasible.
- Conditions
- Episiotomy; Complications, Scar Tissue, Perineal Tear, Vaginal Tear Resulting From Childbirth
- Trial name
- EPIS (NCT05908292)
- Testing
- Pelvic Floor Scar Tissue Self-Scar Massage
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 14 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Subacute Stroke, Stroke
Phase I Split-Belt Treadmill Dosing for Subacute Stroke
After experiencing a stroke, many individuals encounter difficulties with walking and balance, which can significantly impact their independence.
- Conditions
- Subacute Stroke, Stroke, Stroke (Subacute), Stroke Gait Rehabilitation
- Trial name
- NCT07469163
- Testing
- Split-Belt Treadmill
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 72 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Critical Illness, Mechanical Ventilation
Microbiome-guided Prophylaxis to Reduce Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia in Intensive Care Units: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial
Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) remains the most common hospital-acquired infection worldwide, affecting up to 40% of mechanically ventilated patients and contributing to increased morbidity, prolonged hospital stays, and…
- Trial name
- MICRO-VAP (NCT07463339)
- Testing
- Microbiome-guided inhaled antibiotic prophylaxis
- Volunteers
- 70 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Prosthetic Joint Infections of Hip, Bacteriophage Therapy
Bacteriophage Therapy for Staphylococcus Lugdunensis Prosthetic Joint Infection
This is a single-patient, phase I/II clinical trial that aims to evaluate the potential of a bacteriophage drug product to treat and prevent the recurrence of a Staphylococcus lugdunensis prosthetic joint infection of the hip.
- Trial name
- NCT07461337
- Testing
- Five phage anti-Staphylococcus aureus bacteriophage cocktail
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 1 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Lower Limb; Sprain (Strain), Lower Limb Fracture
Implementation of an App-based Walking Aid Skills Training Program
Walking aids (WA), such as crutches, canes, and walkers allow individuals to move independently after lower body impairment. Improper WA use may lead to upper body discomfort, pain, or injury.
- Conditions
- Lower Limb; Sprain (Strain), Lower Limb Fracture, Stroke, Multiple Sclerosis
- Trial name
- NCT05347875
- Testing
- Walking aid skills app, Breathing skills app
- Where
- 2 sites in Canada
- Volunteers
- 52 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Magnetohydrodynamic Effect, Gradient-induced Voltages
12-lead ECG Recording During Cardiac MRI
This study aims to improve the quality of 12-lead ECG recordings taken during a cardiac MRI scan. The ECG is important for monitoring the heart's rhythm and for properly timing MRI image acquisition.
- Conditions
- Magnetohydrodynamic Effect, Gradient-induced Voltages, ECG Signal Quality, Measured Inside the MRI Bore
- Trial name
- C-MORE (NCT07456644)
- Testing
- MR-compatible 12-lead ECG recording system
- Volunteers
- 2,500 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Mobility Impairments, Walking Aid Users
Evaluating the Effectiveness of Video-based Apps in Healthcare
The goal of this clinical trial is to understand the effectiveness of a novel video-feedback based mobile application that teaches walking aid skills to current or anticipated walking aid users.
- Trial name
- NCT07434570
- Testing
- Walking Aid Skills App, Attentional Control
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 15 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Cardiovascular Diseases (CVD)
TotalCardiology Letters Study
The goal of this study is to see if a theory-based motivational letter can increase attendance at a one-year post-cardiac rehabilitation (CR) appointment in adults who have finished a CR program.
- Trial name
- NCT07430644
- Testing
- Theory-based motivational letter
- Where
- 2 sites in Canada
- Volunteers
- 102 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Microbial Colonization
Comparing Impacts of Donor Human Milk to Formula Supplementation on the Gut Microbiome of Full-term Infants
The goal of this pilot randomized controlled trial (RCT) is to examine donor human milk (DHM) as a clinical intervention targeted at achieving beneficial microbiome signatures in full-term infants who are exposed to intrapartum…
- Trial name
- PPDHM (NCT05815433)
- Testing
- Donor Human Milk - Nutritional Replacement
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 105 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Microbial Colonization
DOnor Milk to REpair the Full-term Infant MIcrobiome in Infants Born Via Cesarean Section.
The objective of this novel study is to establish proof of concept using a pilot randomized controlled trial to determine the effect of DHM compared to formula supplementation on the microbiome in full-term infants who are born…
- Trial name
- DO-RE-MI C-S (NCT06177184)
- Testing
- Donor Human Milk - Nutritional Replacement
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 90 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Wound Breakdown, Breast Reduction
CO2Lift and T-Junction Breakdown Rates Evaluation After Breast Reduction Surgery Pilot Trial
The goal of this pilot study is to determine the feasibility of a larger randomized controlled trial evaluating CO₂Lift® Pro Carboxy Gel to reduce wound breakdown after bilateral breast reduction in adult female patients…
- Conditions
- Wound Breakdown, Breast Reduction, Surgical Wound, Breast Surgery
- Trial name
- CO2-BREAST (NCT07408960)
- Testing
- Carboxygel, Vaseline
- Volunteers
- 10 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Neuromotor Impairments, Walking Impairment
Clinical Impacts of Structured Robotic Gait Training Programs
Background and Rationale: Walking impairments impacts the 2-3/1000 children who have cerebral palsy1,2, and others unable to walk due to other central nervous system disorders such as a traumatic brain injury.
- Trial name
- NCT07405450
- Testing
- Clinical Impacts of Structured Robotic Gait Training Programs
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 120 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Stroke, Influenza Human
Vaccination Nudges From Pharmacists
The goal of this individual-level pragmatic randomized policy trial is to learn about the impact of behavioural nudges via mailed letters on increasing influenza and travel vaccination uptake in Alberta, Canada.
- Conditions
- Stroke, Influenza Human, Influenza Vaccines, Health Behavior Change
- Trial name
- NCT07161739
- Testing
- Behavioural Nudge (Influenza Risk Reduction), Behavioural Nudge (Travel Vaccination Benefit)
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 20,000 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Physical Disability, CP (Cerebral Palsy)
Evaluating the Impacts of a Single Session of Robot Assisted Gait Training With a Trexo
Early use of robotic gait trainers have shown many benefits, however why these benefits occur and how to maximize them is unknown.
- Conditions
- Physical Disability, CP (Cerebral Palsy), Developmental Disability
- Trial name
- NCT06407219
- Testing
- Robot Assisted Gait Training
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 50 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
Osteoarthritis, Knee
Genicular Radiofrequency Ablation Following Total Knee Arthroplasty
Currently, nearly 1 million total knee arthroplasties (TKA) are performed yearly in the United States. Three million are projected to be performed in 2040.
- Trial name
- GRATKA (NCT05283889)
- Testing
- Genicular Radiofrequency Ablation
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 44 people
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary