Abant Izzet Baysal University

This study is testing whether a specially designed digital game can help children aged 8-13 with type 1 diabetes improve their blood sugar control, confidence in managing their diabetes, and overall quality of life. The game is based on a health education model and will be played…

This study tests whether Parkinson's patients can improve their movement by watching personalized 3D virtual reality recordings of their own smooth, fast actions. 24 participants will use VR headsets to view their own best movement sequences, aiming to retrain the brain and reduc…

This study tests a new virtual reality system that uses motion-tracking games to help stroke survivors improve arm and hand function. 56 people who had a stroke within the last 2 to 6 months will either get this VR therapy or standard rehab for 8 weeks. Researchers will measure a…

This study tests whether a 15-minute Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) session—a guided acupoint tapping routine—can reduce anxiety in mothers waiting for their newborn's first hearing screening. 70 parents will be randomly assigned to either the tapping session or a standard wai…

This study looks at whether complex decongestive physiotherapy (CDP) can improve sleep quality and quality of life in women with stage 2 breast cancer-related lymphedema. CDP includes massage, skin care, compression bandages, and exercises. The study will follow 31 women for 4 we…

This study tests two advanced rehabilitation methods—robot-assisted walking training and visual feedback balance training—to see which better improves balance and walking in people who have had a stroke. About 60 adults with subacute or chronic stroke will participate in 4 weeks …

This study looks at whether adding sensory and cognitive activities—like listening to music, gentle touch, or brain exercises—to standard ICU care can help adults recover faster after heart surgery. About 125 patients will be randomly assigned to one of four groups to see which a…

This study tests a new virtual reality system that combines mirror therapy with interactive games to help people recover arm movement after a stroke. Researchers will enroll 172 participants, including both healthy individuals and stroke survivors, to see if the system is comfort…

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. 33 adults with Meniere's will be split into three groups: one getting only their usual medication, one add…

This study looks at how alcohol and substance use affect people with severe mental illnesses like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Researchers compare those who also have substance use problems with those who do not, measuring things like hospitalizations, medication needs, em…

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 want to understand how these issues affect the child's daily activities and family quality of life. The goal is t…

This study checks if a Turkish version of the Cybersickness in Virtual Reality Questionnaire (CSQ-VR) is valid and reliable. It involves 42 healthy volunteers who will answer questions about symptoms like nausea or eye strain after using VR. The goal is to ensure the tool works w…

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

This study looks at how oral hygiene habits and gum health affect quality of life in 160 adults. Participants will have a dental exam and fill out a questionnaire about how their mouth feels day-to-day. No treatment is given—the goal is simply to understand the connection between…

This study looks at two proteins, Gas6 and sMerTK, in the fluid around teeth to see if they differ between healthy gums, gingivitis, and periodontitis. Researchers will collect samples from 90 adults and measure these proteins. The goal is to better understand the biology of gum …

This observational study follows 75 people with shoulder impingement syndrome who are already receiving standard physical therapy. Researchers want to see if nerve-related pain and negative thinking about pain (called pain catastrophizing) affect how well patients stick to their …

This study surveys 90 dentists and dental specialists to find out how common muscle and bone pain is in their job. Participants fill out a questionnaire about pain in different body areas and their knowledge of ergonomics. The goal is to identify which body parts are most affecte…

This study looks at how quickly losing weight through dehydration (using a sauna) affects combat athletes' sleep quality, thinking skills, and leg strength. Twelve athletes with prior weight-cutting experience will be monitored before and after losing 3% of their body weight. The…

This study looks at whether three common blood pressure medications (beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors, and calcium channel blockers) affect balance and fall risk in adults newly diagnosed with high blood pressure. About 186 participants will be randomly assigned to one of the three …