There are about 1320 clinical studies being (or have been) conducted in Saudi Arabia. The country of the clinical trial is determined by the location of where the clinical research is being studied. Most studies are often held in multiple locations & countries.
The goal of this randomized controlled trial is to explore the relationship between Vitamin D supplementation and depressive symptomatology in Saudi Arabian Population. The main questions it aims to answer are: - Is Vitamin D deficiency associated with an increased prevalence of depressive symptomatology among Saudi Arabian Population? - Is Vitamin D Supplementation for a period of 3-month at 50,000 International Units might be associated with an improved depressive status? All the participants were clients who attended the clinic to help with weight management - who were doing regular medical check-ups - at Al Themal Medical Center which is located in Abha, Saudi Arabia. Participants were requested to do a general blood test to check for any vitamins and minerals deficiencies as part of the routine clinical procedure. This procedure did not incur any additional costs on the behalf of the participants. The participants who were identified to have any deficiencies were recommended to take supplements, also as part of the routine clinical procedure. Therefore, participants identified to be deficient or insufficient Vitamin D levels were screened and recruited to participate in the current study. Participants were randomly assigned to either an interventional (vitamin D) or placebo group (control). The interventional group received vitamin D supplementation of 50.000International Units/week for 3 months and the placebo group received dietary advice and education on food sources of vitamin D for the same period. Both Groups received a weight gain or a weight loss diet as per their case. At the three-months follow-up, the participants were readministered the face-to-face questionnaire and their blood levels for vitamin D were also checked. Thus, this study would add value to the actions taken to treat vitamin D deficiency in Saudi Arabian adults. This might also assist in approaching new recommendations related to preventing or treating depression via vitamin D supplementation.
Objective: To assess and compare the 2940 nm erbium:yttrium-aluminum-garnet (Er:YAG) laser versus a conventional rotary treatment during cavity preparation in children with regard to anxiety level, pain perception, restoration integrity, and bond interface quality. Materials and Methods: In a randomized, blinded trial using a split-mouth design, forty (9-12-year-old) children with 80 carious deciduous molars were included. The cavity in one quadrant was treated conventionally using a bur, while the cavity in the other quadrant was prepared using an Er:YAG laser. Venham's dental anxiety scale and pulse rate measurement using a fingertip pulse oximeter were used to evaluate dental anxiety levels. The Wong-Baker facial pain rating scale and the number of local anesthesia required during both interventions were further applied to investigate pain perception. At the 1-year follow-up, clinical examinations was conducted and the integrity of the restorations was clinically assessed according to the Ryge criteria. Lastly, the restored teeth were extracted and histologically evaluated for bond interface quality using scanning electronic microscopy.
the current study will address the spasticity in calf muscle secondary to cerebral palsy in children. As the spasticity can inversely affect muscle contraction, joint function, and consequently the function and quality of life, the current study will investigate the effect of adding photobiostimulation therapy to standard physiotherapy on muscle tone, ankle range of motion, gross motor function, plantar surface of the affected foot, and quality of life in patients with spastic cerebral palsy
The goal of this clinical trial is to compare the effects of 3D printed insoles versus prefabricated insoles in otherwise healthy subjects with flatfoot condition. The main question it aims to answer is: - If 3D printed insoles are better in terms of fit, weight, durability, comfort, and effectiveness compared to prefabricated insoles. - If 3D printed insoles are better in terms of reducing pain compared to prefabricated insoles. Participants will be divided in two groups. One group will receive 3D printed insoles and other group will wear prefabricated insoles for four weeks. After four weeks, researchers will record their feedback about their insoles which will help them to compare the two insoles.
Background: Pain and sleep disturbance are the most common problems experienced by adult patients with sickle cell disease anemia. Aim: the aim of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of designed exercise program on pain, and quality of sleeping in adult patients with sickle cell disease anemia and how the program affects their quality of lives. Subjects and methods: Adults patients with sickle cell diseases aging over 18 years old. Data will be collected in face-to-face interviews. Eligible participants will be equally and randomized into two groups. Group-1: Twenty-five adult patients with SCD will receive a designed exercise program of physical therapy for relief pain and improve sleep quality (experimental group). The designed exercise program will be distributed on everyone. The recommendations will be to train from 30 to 45 minutes, three days per week for 6 weeks in addition to walking daily 30 minutes on the ground surface. Group-2: Twenty-five adult patients with SCD will participate as a control group they will not receive exercise program. Analysis: The collected data will be managed by using t -test and the repeated measures of ANOVA test to compare the significance within groups and between two groups.
The aims of this study are to examine the effects of Progressive Loading Exercises Protocol on Bone Mineral Density in osteoporotic patient's well-being and quality of life before a fracture occurs in order to create remedies. In addition, the available data from health research and clinical studies on osteoporosis will be evaluated for their impact on patient well-being and quality of life, providing an up-to-date and comprehensive overview of evidence-based treatments.
the aim of this study to assess different outcome measures after applying standard physical therapy plus radial shockwave and compare the results with another group who received standard treatment only. Design: double-blinded (assessor and data analyzer) Methods: This study will be conducted in 4 rehabilitation facilities, Times for 1 month of intervention Assessment timeline: 3 times (T0: at baseline, T1: at 4 weeks, T2: follow up at 3 months. Outcome measures: the Modified Ashworth scale (MAS), Ankle ROM, Plantar surface area, Gross motor function, and quality of life
A convenient sample of 82 female students aged 18-24 years participated in analytic observational experiment cross section design. Students were recruited into two groups, practical and non-practical. to answer the following 1. Is there a difference in the prevalence of nerd neck between students of practical and non-practical studying groups at Taibah University from the sitting position? 2. Is there a difference in the prevalence of nerd neck between students of practical and non-practical studying groups at Taibah University from the standing position?
It is widely accepted that aerobic exercise and strengthen training are the core components of most workout programs. However, there is no clear consensus on whether the order in which the exercises are performed impacts their effectiveness. Therefore, the overarching aim of the study is to understand the optimal order of two types of concurrent training program for 13 weeks by comparing the effectiveness of the training on body composition, predicated maximal oxygen uptake (MaxVO2), dynamic respiratory parameters, and muscle strength in healthy middle-aged people. Methods:Thirty-three moderately-active middle-aged and healthy participants were randomly assigned to the strength+aerobic group (SAG, n = 16) and aerobic+strength group (ASG, n = 17). Body composition, aerobic endurance, respiratory parameters and upper and lower strength were assessed before (pre-test) and after (post-test) a 13-week intervention. The chi-square test and the independent t-test will be used to compare sociodemographic variables between the groups. A 2 x 2 analysis of variance (ANOVA) with repeated measures (group x measurement) will be conducted. This study will enhance our understanding of the concurrent training effect on muscle composition and strength. These training programs allow for reducing the duration of the training, which can be an important factor in making adults more willing to participate in physical activity.
this study was done to answer the following: Is there a difference between students without and with varying degrees of text neck in cervical proprioception defect? Is there a correlation between JPE and severity of text neck among Taibah students University?