Exploring Virtual Reality-Based Reminiscence Therapy on Cognitive and Emotional Well-Being in People with Cognitive Impairments: A Scoping Review by Susanna Pardini, Riccardo Calcagno, Anna Genovese, Elio Salvadori, Oscar Mayora Ibarra

“…The scoping review protocol is registered a priori with the Center for Open Science (OSF) (registration type: OSF Preregistration, data registered: 15 November 2024, associated project: osf.io/r7jha, identifier: DOI 10.17605/OSF.IO/R7JHA).…”
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Effects of a structured SBIRT training program for hospital nursing leaders on utilization of SBIRT within their medical-surgical units: cohort study by Robin Newhouse, Jon Agley, Giorgos Bakoyannis, Melora Ferren, C. Daniel Mullins, Alyson Keen, Erik Parker

“…Conclusions The SBIRT intervention was associated with the initiation and sustained use of validated screening tools for alcohol and drugs, and with short-term increases in overall alcohol, tobacco, and drug screening prevalence. Trial registration ClinicalTrials.gov NCT03560076.…”
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Effects of an extended therapeutic strategy versus standard-of-care therapy on persistent acute kidney injury in high-risk patients after major surgery: study protocol for the rand... by Joachim Gerss, Melanie Meersch, Carola Wempe, Alexander Zarbock, John Kellum, Christian Strauss, Thilo von Groote, Mahan Sadjadi, Hendrik Booke, Ludwig Maximilian Schöne, Leonie Sauermann

“…Results will be disseminated widely and published in peer-reviewed journals, presented at conferences and will guide patient care and further research.Trial registration number NCT05275218 (clinicaltrials.gov), first posted 11 March 2022.…”
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Image-based robotic (ROSA® knee system) total knee arthroplasty with inverse kinematic alignment compared to conventional total knee arthroplasty by Henriëtte M. Eijking, Isobel M. Dorling, Emil H. van Haaren, Roel Hendrickx, Thijs Nijenhuis, Martijn G.M. Schotanus, Lee Bouwman, Jasper Most, Bert Boonen

“…Robotic assistance could potentially facilitate implementation of these alignment strategies through data-based surgical planning, accurate execution of the surgical plan and validation. …”
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Permissive weight bearing versus restrictive weight bearing in surgically treated trauma patients with displaced intra-articular calcaneal fractures (the PIONEER study): study prot... by Coen Verstappen, Mitchell L. S. Driessen, Pishtiwan H. S. Kalmet, Lloyd Brandts, Merel Kimman, Michael Edwards, Erik Hermans, Martijn Poeze

“…Apart from surgical intervention, the implementation of a comprehensive rehabilitation protocol is crucial to optimize foot stability and functional recovery. …”
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Feasibility study of an experimental social space-oriented rehabilitation concept for people with intellectual and/or multiple disabilities: a study protocol by Kathrin Förster, Judith Gartmann, Andrea Boekel, Thilo Busche, Christoph Egen

“…We plan to develop a treatment guideline for the treatment concept based on clinical experience.2. Widespread implementation: If the project is continued and adequately staffed, the rehabilitative care concept could be implemented nationwide, and the University Hospital could be available as a reference clinic.Trial registration number German Clinical Trials Register (reference number: DRKS00032493).…”
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Effectiveness of long-term cluster training and traditional resistance training in enhancing maximum strength in young adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Jiayue Cui, Jiayue Cui, Yin Yu, Yin Yu, Yijun Xu, Hongyu Wu

“…Specifically, they can switch to TRT after 8-weeks of CT to achieve more favorable training outcomes.Systematic Review RegistrationPROSPERO…”
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HIP fracture Supplemental Therapy to Enhance Recovery (HIPSTER): a protocol for a randomised controlled trial by Belinda J Gabbe, Ian A Harris, Graham Hepworth, Richard Page, Ilana N Ackerman, Anthony Harris, Anne E Holland, Justine M Naylor, Christina L Ekegren, Angela T Burge, Maame Esi Woode, Eleanor Raper, Lara A Kimmel

“…The trial findings will be published in peer-reviewed journals, submitted for presentation at conferences and disseminated to patients and carers.Trial registration number ACTRN12622001442796.…”
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A randomised controlled trial comparing the outcomes of arteriovenous fistula for dialysis created under local vs regional anaesthesia: reflections on recruitment and process evalu... by Emma Aitken, Cecilia Vindrola-Padros, Nicolas Hall, the ACCess study collaborators

“…A pragmatic trial protocol, which could easily be implemented within existing clinical practice, was considered essential for many centres. …”
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Evaluating an evidence-based iSupport for Dementia programme in routine care services: study protocol for a hybrid type II trial by Jing Wang, Shahid Ullah, Ying Yu, Rujun Hu, Lily Dongxia Xiao, Xiaoying Pan, Ada Cheng, Candy Xie, Kam Chiu, Dingxin Xu, Angela Rong Yang Zhang

“…We will publish the results in peer-reviewed journals to disseminate the study and generate impact on policy and practice changes.Trial registration number ACTRN12623000323628; The Australian New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry (ANZCTR); registered on 27 March 2023.…”
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Cost-utility and cost–benefit analysis of a multi-component intervention (NEXpro) for neck-related symptoms in Swiss office workers by Beatrice Brunner, Andrea Martina Aegerter, Venerina Johnston, Thomas Volken, Manja Deforth, Gisela Sjøgaard, Achim Elfering, Markus Melloh, the NEXpro Collaboration Group

“…As there is still a large research gap in this area, future studies are needed. Trial registration ClinicalTrials.gov, NCT04169646 . Registered 15 November 2019-Retrospectively registered. …”
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Effects of family-centered empowerment program on illness acceptance and self-management of patients with type 2 diabetes: a randomized controlled trial by Nastaran Amani, Amir Mohamad Nazari, Neda Sanaie, Ali Abbasi, Fariba Borhani

“…Protocol Registration: The study protocol was registered in the Iranian Registry of Clinical Trials (No: IRCT20240624062246N1, 16/07/2024).…”
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Effects of different mind-body exercises on pain in patients with knee osteoarthritis: A pairwise, network, and dose-response meta-analysis by Bei Wu, Wenyu Liu, Shuang Wang, Huimin Li, Meng Yin

“…Due to the limitations of risk of bias and low confidence level, future studies should expand the sample size, conduct strict blinding control, etc. to improve the reliability and applicability of research evidence. PROSPERO registration number: CRD42024585874…”
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Beneficiaries’ satisfaction with health insurance and associated factors in Sub-Saharan Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Abubeker Alebachew Seid, Bizunesh Fantahun Kase, Abdu Hailu Shibeshi, Molla Getie Mehari, Abdulkerim Hassen Moloro

“…It is recommended that health insurance programmes in SSA focus on these factors to improve overall satisfaction among beneficiaries.PROSPERO registration number CRD42024496847.…”
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Perceived barriers and facilitators of staff recruiting participants to a randomised controlled trial of a community rehabilitation intervention following hip fracture by Kathryn Harvey, Penelope Ralph, Llinos Haf Spencer, Kodchawan Doungsong, Val Morrison, Andrew Lemmey, Miriam Golding-Day, Susanna Dodd, Ben Hardwick, Shanaz Dorkenoo, Sophie Hennessey, Nefyn Williams

“…Trial registration ISRCTN28376407. November 23, 2018.…”
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Effects of minocycline on patients with acute anterior circulation ischaemic stroke undergoing intravenous thrombectomy (MIST-A): the study protocol for a multicentre, prospective,... by Xiao Zhang, Li Yao, Jingjing Zhao, Hao Zhu, Bin Wang, Huiping Zhang, Wen Jiang, Dong Wei, Wen Liu, Zhongqing Sun, Weiwang Li, Xiangjun Yuan, Xingshun Ma, Junpeng Meng, Yi Jia, Na Qin

“…Introduction Despite the implementation of mechanical thrombectomy, acute ischaemic stroke with large vessel occlusion (AIS-LVO) remains a significant health concern, characterised by substantial morbidity and mortality. …”
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The effectiveness of providing training and ongoing support to foster cultural humility in volunteers serving as mentors to youth of color: a mixed-methods study protocol by Bernadette Sánchez, Amy J. Anderson, Carla Herrera, David L. DuBois, Kay Thursby Bourke, Jean K. Sack, So Jung Lee, Karen Burchwell, Lidia Y. Monjaras-Gaytan, Yesenia Garcia-Murillo

“…The BBBS staff who are responsible for delivering the enhancements receive preparatory training as well as ongoing support with implementation. The study has a mixed-methods design. …”
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Safety, immunogenicity, and effectiveness of chikungunya vaccines in pregnant persons, children, and adolescents: a protocol for a living systematic review and meta-analysis by Mabel Berrueta, Agustín Ciapponi, Agustina Mazzoni, Jamile Ballivian, Ariel Bardach, Juan M. Sambade, Martin Brizuela, Katharina Stegelman, Daniel Comandé, Edward P. K. Parker, Andy Stergachis, Xu Xiong, Flor M. Munoz, Pierre M. Buekens

“…By maintaining an updated analysis, this review will provide timely insights for public health agencies, researchers, and clinicians involved in vaccine implementation and maternal-child health. Study registration Two protocols were registered in the International Prospective Register of Systematic Reviews database, CRD42024514513 and CRD42024516754.…”
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Trajectory and risk factors of cognitive level in ICU delirium patients after transfer out of the ICU: a protocol for a prospective cohort study by Xia Zhang, Yi Yang, Fang Chen, Xia Yang, Xiaoli Yuan, Zhixia Jiang, Sijing Li, Nan Xu

“…The findings of this study will be disseminated on a national and international scale through the publication of scholarly articles in research journals.Trial registration number NCT06674603.…”
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Health promotion and cardiovascular risk reduction in people with spinal cord injury: physical activity, healthy diet and maintenance after discharge— protocol for a prospective na... by Nicolaj Jersild Holm, Tom Møller, Lis Adamsen, Line Trine Dalsgaard, Fin Biering-Sorensen, Lone Helle Schou

“…Important protocol modifications are reported to the Committees on Health Research Ethics in the Capital Region of Denmark.Trial registration numbers NCT03689023 and NCT03369080.…”
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