Increased microclot counts in plasma are associated with Long COVID
Studies suggest that 'microclots', also known as fibrinaloids, play a role in Long COVID
Physical Activity Support for Long COVID Patients
A major study from Sheffield Hallam University and ukactive has been launched to understand how the sport and physical activity sector is supporting people suffering from Long-COVID.
Virtual Clinic for Long Covid for Underserved Communities
Long Covid is an unknown illness. We’re creating a unique rehab clinic to help support sufferers
Developing wearable technology to help people living with dementia remain independent
This project is a response to the Dementia Longitude Prize challenge call for a digital device or service designed for use by people living with dementia as the primary users.
Probiotic treatment trial for people with Long COVID
Researchers from the AWRC and BMRC have carried out a randomised double-blind placebo-controlled trial of a multi-strain liquid probiotic in 196 people with Long COVID.
Doncaster Health Determinants Research Collaboration (HDRC)
In 2020, Doncaster Council delivered a Local Authority Research System project. It found that staff lacked time, funding, confidence and capacity to either carry out research or use its findings, nevertheless, staff understood the value of research activity.
Golf as a therapeutic tool for older adults and their supporters
Sheffield Hallam University has teamed up with Golf in Society (GiS) and Sport for Confidence to explore how the social connectivity of golf can improve the health and wellbeing of those who are frail and living with Parkinson’s and dementia.
Exploring long covid experiences through physical activity
The effects of long Covid are still unfolding. To find out more about it, we conducted a qualitative study based on semi-structured interviews on 18 people living with the illness.
Utilising Canon Medical Systems specialist ultrasound
We are working with Canon Medical Systems to gain insight into health and wellbeing issues that affect a range of people including elite athletes’ performance, the rehabilitation of stroke patients and the health of older people.
Using power assisted exercise equipment to improve wellbeing for all
The Assisted Gamified Exercise for All (AGE4A) project will co-design, prototype and evaluate a new generation of power assisted exercise equipment which will enhance the wellbeing of those with various long-term health conditions.