NEW STUDIES 1
The Kyolic Garlic & Aerobic Fitness Trial
Arterial stiffness is a cardiovascular risk factor, which increases naturally with age. Kyolic garlic has been shown to improve the flexibility of arteries, and slows down blood flow, which may improve oxygen uptake, associated with aerobic fitness.
NEW STUDIES 2
25 MARCH 2020: WE HAVE COMPLETED RECRUITMENT FOR THIS TRIAL.
Are you experiencing one or more moderate gastrointestinal issues, such as:
We are seeking participants who experience moderate gastrointestinal disturbances for a 12-week trial investigating the tolerability and effectiveness of Bone Broth.
Participation involves:
Testing will be conducted at NIIM, 21 Burwood Road, Hawthorn VIC 3122
Chief Investigator: A/Prof Karin Ried, Director of Research, NIIM, [email protected]
THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST.
NIIM Clinic – AGPAL Accreditation
The NIIM Clinic has applied for accreditation with Australian General Practice Accreditation Limited (AGPAL). On 5 May, APGAL surveyors attended NIIM Clinic to undertake the first survey for accreditation.
ABC News interview with A/Prof Karin Ried discussing the NIIM Prostate Cancer Screening Study
Watch the ABC Live TV interview of A/Prof Dr Karin Ried with Andrew Geoghegen – discussing the new prostate cancer test and the second phase of the NIIM research study.
Clinical trial on the effect of cocoa on cognitive function
NIIM is conducting a clinical trial on the effect of cocoa on cognitive function in people aged 50 years or over.
External breast prosthesis (orthotics)
This study examined the effects of an external prosthesis on the reduction of load and discomfort/ pain through the chest of participants with augmented breasts.
Japanese Acupuncture Tongue Diagnosis Study
A research study is being conducted at NIIM to investigated whether the characteristics of a person’s tongue could be useful in diagnosis in Toyohari Meridian Therapy (TMT), a Japanese form of acupuncture, like it is in Chinese medicine.
