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Sitting and Blood Vessel Health Study

Are you an adult under the age of 59 years? Do you sit too much and want to learn more about how sitting impacts the stiffness of your blood vessels? If so, you may be able to participate in a study to see how the position of your legs affects your arteries after sitting for a long time. Compensation provided.

Age & Gender
  • 18 years ~ 59 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Behavior
  • Brain, Head, Nervous System
  • UNC or UNC Health employees
  • and 3 more
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Efficacy of Recombinant Bovine Lactoferrin (rbLf) in iron regulation

The purpose of this study is to explore the impact of recombinant bovine lactoferrin on iron regulation, immune, and gut health. Free bloodwork and fitness results will be shared. You will be compensated for your time.

Age & Gender
  • 18 years ~ 42 years
  • Male, Female
Study Interest
  • Healthy Volunteer or General Population
  • Immune System/Infections
  • Movement
Not currently enrolling

Concussion History and Kinesiophobia Study

The purpose of this study is to examine associations between an athlete's concussion history, perceived social support, perceived stress, and kinesiophobia (fear of movement) symptoms. A better understanding of these associations may help clinicians and researchers understand the importance of implementing mental health care into the rehabilitation process of recovering from a concussion.

Age & Gender
  • 18 years ~ 24 years
  • Male, Female
Study Interest
  • Brain, Head, Nervous System
  • Mental and Emotional Health
  • UNC Students (undergrad, grad, professional)
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Preventing Injured Knees from osteoArthritis

Have you recently had an anterior cruciate ligament injury and will be undergoing anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery? If so, you may be able to participate in a study comparing the effects on pain relief and arthritis prevention of metformin or placebo. Compensation provided.

Age & Gender
  • 18 years ~ 45 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Bones, Joints, Muscles
  • Pain
  • Wellness and Lifestyle
  • Surgery and post-operative healing
Not currently enrolling

Sleep after ACL Reconstruction

The purpose of this study is to characterize sleep and to examine the associations between sleep and psychological outcomes after ACL reconstruction

Age & Gender
  • 18 years ~ 35 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Bones, Joints, Muscles
  • Pain
  • Wellness and Lifestyle
  • and 5 more
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Not currently enrolling

Core Strength Influence on Jumping and Cutting in Females

The purpose of this study is to investigate the intricate relationship between core stability, biomechanics, and performance outcomes in females, aiming to fill the existing knowledge gap by assessing the association of core stability tests with both ACL injury risk biomechanics and overall athletic performance, while also examining the impact of core stability on performance while mentally multitasking.

Age & Gender
  • 18 years ~ 30 years
  • Female
Study Interest
  • Bones, Joints, Muscles
  • Injury/Injury Prevention
  • Women's Health
  • and 3 more
Not currently enrolling

Movement Characteristics in Virtual Reality

In this study, we want to find out more about the relationship between jumping and running tasks and a virtual reality task. We also want to find out how a recent concussion (within the last 9 months) may impact completing these tasks.

Age & Gender
  • 18 years ~ 35 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Behavior
  • Brain, Head, Nervous System
  • Eyes and Vision
  • and 4 more
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Video game therapy for Osteoarthritis (OA)

Have you been diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis? Are you getting ready to undergo physical therapy for knee osteoarthritis? If so, you may be able to participate in a research study comparing a standard physical therapy program versus one using video game therapy. Compensation provided.

Age & Gender
  • 40 years ~ 75 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Aging
  • Chronic Conditions
  • Pain
  • and 4 more
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Perimenopause Exercise Study

Are you perimenopausal? Are you interested in learning more about your metabolism, body composition, and exercise during the menopause transition? If so, you may be able to participate in a research study to understand the impact of muscle and exercise across perimenopause!

Age & Gender
  • 38 years ~ 99 years
  • Female
Study Interest
  • Eating, Nutrition, and Metabolism
  • Healthy Volunteer or General Population
  • Wellness and Lifestyle
  • and 3 more
Not currently enrolling

Energy Availability in Female Athletes Study

The purpose of this study is to learn more about the number of female collegiate athletes who fall in the "at-risk"category for developing low energy availability. Low energy availability can cause an increased risk of developing a musculoskeletal injury. If we can learn how common the condition is, then we can work to develop better strategies for screening purposes.

Age & Gender
  • 18 years ~ 25 years
  • Female
Study Interest
  • Eating, Nutrition, and Metabolism
  • Injury/Injury Prevention
  • UNC Students (undergrad, grad, professional)
  • and 2 more
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100% Remote (online, phone, text)
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