Effects of weight management program on postural stability and neuromuscular function among obese children: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial.

abstract：:An amendment to this paper has been published and can be accessed via the original article. ...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Sheridan R,Martin-Kerry J,Hudson J,Parker A,Bower P,Knapp P

更新日期：2020-10-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Increasingly, genomics is informing clinical practice, but challenges remain for medical professionals lacking genetics expertise, and in access to and clinical utility of genomic testing for minority and underrepresented populations. The latter is a particularly pernicious problem due to the historical lack...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Odgis JA,Gallagher KM,Suckiel SA,Donohue KE,Ramos MA,Kelly NR,Bertier G,Blackburn C,Brown K,Fielding L,Lopez J,Aguiniga KL,Maria E,Rodriguez JE,Sebastin M,Teitelman N,Watnick D,Yelton NM,Abhyankar A,Abul-Husn NS,B

更新日期：2021-01-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The focus in recent years on physical inactivity and metabolic disturbances in individuals with schizophrenia raises the question of potential effects of physical activity. Physical activity has shown beneficial effects on cognition in healthy older individuals as well as on symptom severity in depression. H...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Engh JA,Andersen E,Holmen TL,Martinsen EW,Mordal J,Morken G,Egeland J

更新日期：2015-12-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The cross-sectional area of the subclavian vein (csSCV) is an important factor determining the success rate of SCV catheterization. The head-down position increases the csSCV. However, the effects of lateral tilting on subclavian venous cross-sectional area have not yet been explored. In this trial, we test ...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Jung DE,Lee HC,Yoon HK,Park HP

更新日期：2018-05-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Disinvestment from inefficient or ineffective health services is a growing priority for health care systems. Provision of allied health services over the weekend is now commonplace despite a relative paucity of evidence supporting their provision. The relatively high cost of providing this service combined w...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Haines TP,O'Brien L,Mitchell D,Bowles KA,Haas R,Markham D,Plumb S,Chiu T,May K,Philip K,Lescai D,McDermott F,Sarkies M,Ghaly M,Shaw L,Juj G,Skinner EH

更新日期：2015-04-02 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is currently a lack of randomized, sham-controlled trials that are adequately powered, using validated outcomes, to allow for firm recommendations on the use of magnetic stimulation for stress urinary incontinence. We report a protocol of a multicenter, randomized, double-blind, sham-controlled paralle...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Lim R,Liong ML,Leong WS,Khan NA,Yuen KH

更新日期：2015-06-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Previous studies have demonstrated the benefit of early integration of palliative care (PC) in oncology. However, patients continue to receive late referrals to PC even in comprehensive cancer centers. Patients and health professionals may perceive PC as 'a place to die,' and this stigma is a barrier to time...

journal_title：Trials

authors： do Carmo TM,Paiva BS,de Siqueira MR,da Rosa Lde T,de Oliveira CZ,Nascimento MS,Paiva CE

更新日期：2015-04-12 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To investigate the potential efficacy of Acacia Senegal extract Gum Arabic (GA) supplementation as immunomodulatory and anti-inflammatory dietary intervention among newly diagnosed COVID 19 Sudanese patients. To study the effect of GA on the level of cytokines, TNFα, IL8, IL6 IL10, CRP and the viral load. Se...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Kaddam L,Babiker R,Ali S,Satti S,Ali N,Elamin M,Mukhtar M,Elnimeiri M,Saeed A

更新日期：2020-09-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Asthma is a prevalent and costly disease resulting in reduced quality of life for a large proportion of individuals. Effective patient self-management is critical for improving health outcomes. However, key aspects of self-management such as self-monitoring of behaviours and symptoms, coupled with regular fe...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Ahmed S,Bartlett SJ,Ernst P,Paré G,Kanter M,Perreault R,Grad R,Taylor L,Tamblyn R

更新日期：2011-12-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Rehabilitation after spinal cord injury (SCI) has traditionally involved teaching compensatory strategies for identified impairments and deficits in order to improve functional independence. There is some evidence that regular and intensive activity-based therapies, directed at activation of the paralyzed ex...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Galea MP,Dunlop SA,Davis GM,Nunn A,Geraghty T,Hsueh YS,Churilov L

更新日期：2013-09-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The preliminary results of a randomised controlled trial are presented. The aim of the trial is to determine the efficacy, feasibility and acceptability of email-delivered psychological interventions with telephone support, for adults injured in a motor vehicle crash engaged in seeking compensation. The prim...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Guest R,Tran Y,Gopinath B,Cameron ID,Craig A

更新日期：2018-06-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Low back pain is highly prevalent and a major source of disability worldwide. Spa therapy is frequently used to treat low back pain, but the associated level of evidence for efficacy is insufficient. To fill this knowledge gap, this protocol proposes an appropriately powered, prospective, evaluator-blinded, ...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Forestier R,Suehs C,Françon A,Marty M,Genevay S,Sellam J,Chauveton C,Erol Forestier FB,Molinari N

更新日期：2020-05-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Neck pain is a common symptom in most patients suffering from cervical radiculopathy. However, some conservative treatments are limited by their modest effectiveness. On the other hand, surgical intervention for cervical disc disorders is indicated when symptoms are refractory to conservative treatments and ...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Cui XJ,Sun YL,You SF,Mo W,Lu S,Shi Q,Wang YJ

更新日期：2013-10-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Tobacco smoking remains the leading preventable cause of death in the US. A hospital admission provides smokers with a unique opportunity to stop smoking because it requires temporary tobacco abstinence while illness may enhance motivation to quit. Hospital interventions must continue post-discharge to incre...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Rigotti NA,Schnitzer K,Davis EM,Regan S,Chang Y,Kelley JHK,Notier AE,Gilliam K,Douaihy A,Levy DE,Singer DE,Tindle HA

更新日期：2020-04-16 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Laparoscopic surgery has become the preferred approach for many procedures because of reduced post-operative pain, better recovery, shorter hospital stay and improved cosmesis. Single incision laparoscopic surgery is one of the many recent variants where either standard ports or a specially designed single m...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Malik M,McCormack K,Krukowski ZH,McDonald A,McPherson G,Cook JA,Ahmed I,SCARLESS Study Group.

更新日期：2012-10-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Exploration and modelling of heterogeneous treatment effects as a function of baseline covariates is an important aspect of precision medicine in randomised controlled trials (RCTs). Randomisation generally guarantees the internal validity of an RCT, but heterogeneity in treatment effect can reduce external ...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Watson JA,Holmes CC

更新日期：2020-05-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Suffering linked to previous interpersonal trauma is common among patients in mental health care. Diagnostic labels may vary, but the clinical picture is often characterized by long-lasting and complex psychological and somatic symptoms, subjective distress and reduced quality of health and life. A substanti...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Holgersen KH,Brønstad I,Jensen M,Brattland H,Reitan SK,Hassel AM,Arentz M,Lara-Cabrera M,Skjervold AE

更新日期：2020-05-27 00:00:00

abstract：:In ageing men testosterone levels decline, while cognitive function, muscle and bone mass, sexual hair growth, libido and sexual activity decline and the risk of cardiovascular diseases increase. We set up a double-blind, randomized placebo-controlled trial to investigate the effects of testosterone supplementation on...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Nakhai Pour HR,Emmelot-Vonk MH,Sukel-Helleman M,Verhaar HJ,Grobbee DE,van der Schouw YT

更新日期：2006-08-03 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Individual patient data (IPD) meta-analysis is considered the "gold standard" for exploring the effectiveness of interventions in different subgroups of patients. However, obtaining IPD is time-consuming and contact with the researchers responsible for the original trials is usually required. To date, there ...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Veroniki AA,Straus SE,Ashoor H,Stewart LA,Clarke M,Tricco AC

更新日期：2016-03-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Tinnitus is the perception of a sound in the absence of an objective physical source. Up to now, there is no generally accepted view how these phantom sounds come about, and also no efficient treatment. Patients are turning to complementary or alternative medical therapies, such as acupuncture. Based on the ...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Shi GX,Han LL,Liu LY,Li QQ,Liu CZ,Wang LP

更新日期：2012-11-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Spontaneous recovery from articular cartilage injury is difficult, and the ongoing progression of disease can eventually lead to osteoarthritis. Currently, there is no effective non-surgical treatment for articular cartilage injury. Arthroscopic debridement and microfracture surgery are performed for fibroca...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Ma N,Wang H,Xu X,Wan Y,Liu Y,Wang M,Yu W,Dai Y,Peng J,Guo Q,Yu C,Lu S

更新日期：2017-11-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is reported by one in ten of the population accounting for up to 40% of new referrals to gastroenterology outpatients. Patients characteristically have abdominal discomfort and disturbed bowel habit. Diarrhoea-predominant IBS is characterised by frequent loose stools with assoc...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Leighton MP,Lam C,Mehta S,Spiller RC

更新日期：2013-01-09 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (aSAH) is a life-threatening condition that results from a ruptured cerebral vessel. Cerebral edema and vasospasm are common complications and frequently require treatment with hypertonic solutions, in particular hypertonic sodium chloride (NaCl). We have previously shown t...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Sadan O,Samuels O,Asbury WH,Hanfelt JJ,Singbartl K

更新日期：2018-11-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study protocol evaluates the effectiveness of adjuvant electroacupuncture (EA) for urinary retention in poststroke patients undergoing conventional treatments, in comparison with that of a sham control. METHODS/DESIGN:A multicenter, blinded, randomized controlled trial will be conducted in three hospit...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Shin S,Lee J,Yoo J,Lim SM,Lee E

更新日期：2016-04-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA, Wegener's) and microscopic polyangiitis (MPA) are small vessel vasculitides collectively referred to as anti-neutrophil cytoplasm antibody-associated vasculitis (AAV). AAV is associated with high rates of morbidity and mortality due to uncontrolled disease and treatment...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Walsh M,Merkel PA,Peh CA,Szpirt W,Guillevin L,Pusey CD,De Zoysa J,Ives N,Clark WF,Quillen K,Winters JL,Wheatley K,Jayne D,PEXIVAS Investigators.

更新日期：2013-03-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Depression is a common affliction for young adults, and is associated with a range of adverse outcomes. Cognitive-reminiscence therapy is a brief, structured intervention that has been shown to be highly effective for reducing depressive symptoms, yet to date has not been evaluated in young adult populations...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Hallford DJ,Mellor D

更新日期：2013-10-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Effective programs to help children manage their weight are required. Families for Health focuses on a parenting approach, designed to help parents develop their parenting skills to support lifestyle change within the family. Families for Health V1 showed sustained reductions in overweight after 2 years in a...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Robertson W,Stewart-Brown S,Stallard N,Petrou S,Griffiths F,Thorogood M,Simkiss D,Lang R,Reddington K,Poole F,Rye G,Khan KA,Hamborg T,Kirby J

更新日期：2013-03-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:National obesity rates have dramatically risen over the last decade. Being obese significantly reduces life expectancy, increases the risk of a range of diseases, and compromises quality of life. Costs to both the National Health Service and society are high. An increased prevalence of obesity in people with...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Beeken RJ,Spanos D,Fovargue S,Hunter R,Omar R,Hassiotis A,King M,Wardle J,Croker H

更新日期：2013-03-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Despite the promise and popularity of advance care planning, there is insufficient evidence that advance care planning helps patients to meet their end-of-life care preferences, especially in Asian settings. Thus, the proposed study aims to assess whether patients with advanced heart failure who are receivin...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Malhotra C,Sim DK,Jaufeerally F,Vikas NN,Sim GW,Tan BC,Ng CS,Tho PL,Lim J,Chuang CY,Fong FH,Liu J,Finkelstein EA

更新日期：2016-06-10 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Mobile health (mHealth) presents one of the potential solutions to maximize health worker impact and efficiency in an effort to reach the Sustainable Development Goals 3.1 and 3.2, particularly in sub-Saharan African countries. Poor-quality clinical decision-making is known to be associated with poor pregnan...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Amoakoh HB,Klipstein-Grobusch K,Amoakoh-Coleman M,Agyepong IA,Kayode GA,Sarpong C,Grobbee DE,Ansah EK

更新日期：2017-04-04 00:00:00