Acibadem University

This study compares two types of tendon grafts used to repair a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in the knee. Sixty people scheduled for ACL surgery will be randomly assigned to receive either a quadriceps tendon graft or a peroneus longus tendon graft. Researchers will meas…

This study tests whether telerehabilitation-based cognitive exercise therapy and yoga can reduce pain, improve physical function, and boost quality of life in adolescent girls with primary dysmenorrhea (painful periods). Forty-two teens aged 10–19 will participate in 12 weeks of …

This study looks at whether adding a structured exercise program to standard mouthguard (occlusal splint) therapy can better reduce jaw pain and improve function in people with temporomandibular disorders (TMD). About 38 adults with TMD will either receive the mouthguard alone or…

This study tests whether gentle touch from a father can improve sucking, comfort, and blood sugar levels in newborns at risk for hypoglycemia. About 98 babies will be randomly assigned to receive either routine care or 15-minute gentle touch sessions from their father every hour …

This study tests whether playing a recording of a mother's voice during feeding helps preterm infants in the NICU. Researchers will measure oxygen levels, heart rate, breathing, and feeding skills in 50 infants. Half will hear their mother's voice; the other half will not. The go…

This study tests whether using a hand fan can prevent or reduce shortness of breath caused by the heart drug ticagrelor. About 110 adults with acute coronary syndrome who are starting ticagrelor will be enrolled. Researchers will track how many people have breathing trouble withi…

This study looks at whether practicing blood pressure measurement on a simulator helps physiotherapy students learn better than standard training alone. About 75 students will take part, with one group getting extra hands-on simulation practice. Researchers will test their knowle…

This study looks at whether showing nursing students a video of a patient getting ready for surgery—through virtual reality goggles—can help them understand and share the patient's feelings. About 50 students will take part, and their empathy levels will be measured using standar…

This study looks at whether a specific type of frozen shoulder surgery (360° capsular release) affects nearby nerves. Fifteen adults who need surgery will have nerve tests before and 12 weeks after the operation. The goal is to see if the surgery is safe for nerves and to provide…

This study explores how severe sleep deprivation in the first 48 hours after childbirth impacts a mother's motivation to breastfeed and her breastfeeding success. Researchers will track 167 new mothers, including those who had C-sections, using surveys and feeding assessments. Th…

This study looks at how women getting infertility treatment feel about artificial intelligence and how that relates to their anxiety and quality of life. About 191 women aged 18-45 who are currently undergoing treatment will answer surveys. The goal is to understand if attitudes …

This study looks at whether giving a pacifier to preterm infants at set times before feeding helps them feed better compared to giving it at random times. Researchers will track feeding maturity, weight gain, and how long babies stay in the hospital. The goal is to find a simple …

This study looks at whether believing common breastfeeding myths (like 'colostrum should be thrown away') lowers a mother's motivation to breastfeed. Researchers will survey 191 mothers with babies aged 0-6 months. The goal is to understand this link so that future support can be…

This study looks at how searching for health information online affects stress and emotional well-being in women going through infertility treatment. Researchers will survey about 200 women to understand their online search habits, stress levels, and overall mental health. The go…