Abant Izzet Baysal University

This study tests a new therapy for Parkinson's disease where patients watch their own 3D motion recordings in a virtual reality headset. The goal is to see if this 'action observation training' can improve slow movement (bradykinesia) and other symptoms. Researchers will enroll 2…

This study compares two technology-based therapies—robot-assisted walking training and visual feedback balance training—to see which better improves balance and walking in stroke survivors. About 60 adults who have had a stroke will participate in 4 weeks of therapy. The goal is …

This study tests a new virtual reality system that combines mirror therapy with fun, digital games to help stroke patients improve arm movement. Researchers will check if the system is easy to use and comfortable, and will measure any side effects like dizziness. The study includ…

This study looks at whether a short, 15-minute emotional freedom technique (EFT) session—a type of tapping on specific body points—can lower anxiety in mothers waiting for their newborn's first hearing test. About 70 parents will be randomly assigned to either do the tapping or j…

This study tests whether adding neck therapy (cervical mobilization) to standard balance exercises can reduce dizziness and improve balance in people with Meniere's disease. About 33 adults will be split into three groups: one getting only their usual medication, one adding balan…

This study looks at whether complex decongestive physiotherapy (CDP) can improve sleep and quality of life in women with stage 2 lymphedema after breast cancer surgery. About 31 women will receive CDP, which includes massage, skin care, bandaging, and exercises. The goal is to se…

This study tests whether adding sensory and cognitive activities—like listening to music, gentle touch, or simple brain games—to standard ICU care can help adults recover after heart surgery. Researchers will measure anxiety, vital signs, and physical function in 125 patients. Th…

This study tests whether a specially designed digital game can help children aged 8-13 with type 1 diabetes improve their blood sugar control, feel more confident managing their condition, and have a better quality of life. The game is based on a health model and aims to make lea…

This study tests a new type of therapy that uses virtual reality and motion-tracking to help people who have had a stroke move their arm and hand better. 56 participants will either get this new VR therapy or standard mirror therapy. The goal is to see if the VR approach leads to…

This study aims to make sure a questionnaire that measures how sick people feel in virtual reality works correctly in Turkish. Researchers will ask 42 healthy volunteers to use VR and then fill out the questionnaire. The goal is to create a reliable tool for Turkish speakers to r…

This study looks at whether a gentle chest massage (intercostal mobilization) can make breathing easier and improve walking performance. Researchers will measure lung function and walking speed in 90 healthy, sedentary adults aged 18-30. Participants are randomly assigned to rece…

This study looks at how people's oral hygiene habits and gum health (like gingivitis or periodontitis) affect their quality of life. About 160 adults will have their gums examined and fill out a questionnaire about how their mouth feels day-to-day. The goal is to better understan…

This study checks how often two tiny parasites (Entamoeba gingivalis and Trichomonas tenax) are found in the mouths of 120 adults with or without gum disease. Researchers will collect saliva and plaque samples and look at them under a microscope. The goal is to see if these paras…

This study looks at bladder and bowel problems in children aged 5 to 12 with intellectual disabilities and compares them to typically developing children. Researchers will use questionnaires to measure symptoms, participation in daily activities, and quality of life. The goal is …

This study looks at how three common blood pressure medicines (beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors, and calcium channel blockers) affect balance and the chance of falling in people newly diagnosed with high blood pressure. About 186 adults will take one of the three drugs and have thei…

This study looks at two proteins, Gas6 and sMerTK, in the fluid around gums to see if their levels differ between people with healthy gums, gingivitis, or periodontitis. Researchers will collect samples from 90 adults and compare the protein levels. The goal is to learn more abou…

This study looks at people with shoulder impingement—a common cause of shoulder pain—to see if nerve-related pain and negative thinking about pain affect how well they stick to treatment. About 75 adults starting physical therapy will be assessed before and after their program. T…

This study looks at how often dentists and dental students experience muscle and joint pain from their work. Researchers will survey 90 people about pain in areas like the neck, shoulders, and back, and test their knowledge of proper posture and work habits. The goal is to unders…

This study looks at how quickly losing water weight affects combat athletes' sleep, thinking skills, and muscle strength. Researchers will monitor 12 athletes before and after rapid weight loss using sleep trackers, strength tests, and thinking quizzes. The goal is to understand …