Acibadem University

This study looks at whether giving a pacifier to preterm infants at set times (5 minutes before each feeding) or at random times (for 30 minutes anytime) helps them feed more maturely. Researchers will track feeding coordination, weight gain, and hospital stay length. About 62 cl…

This study looks at whether playing a mother's voice during feeding helps preterm babies (born at 28-34 weeks) improve their oxygen levels, heart rate, and feeding skills. About 50 infants will be randomly assigned to hear their mother's voice or not. The goal is to see if this s…

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

This study tests whether doing yoga and cognitive exercise therapy from home (via video calls) can reduce pain and improve daily life in teenage girls with painful periods. About 42 girls aged 10–19 with primary dysmenorrhea will participate. The goal is to see if these mind-body…

This study looks at whether gentle touch from fathers can help newborns at risk for low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) during their first six hours of life. About 98 babies will be split into two groups: one where fathers give 15 minutes of gentle touch every hour, and one with stand…

This study tests whether a simple breathing technique called box breathing can help reduce anxiety, pain, and nausea in adults undergoing a medical procedure called ERCP. About 70 participants will be randomly assigned to either receive standard care plus box breathing training o…

This study tests whether using a hand fan can prevent or reduce shortness of breath caused by the heart drug ticagrelor. Researchers will enroll 110 adults with acute coronary syndrome who are starting ticagrelor for the first time. Participants will receive fan therapy, and the …

This study looks at how searching the internet for health information affects stress and emotional well-being in women undergoing infertility treatment. About 200 women will fill out surveys about their online search habits, stress levels, and emotional health. The goal is to und…

This study looks at whether a specific type of frozen shoulder surgery (360° capsular release) affects nearby nerves. Researchers will use electrical tests (EMG and nerve studies) before and 12 weeks after surgery in 15 adults aged 21-70. The goal is to see if the surgery is safe…

This study looks at how women's feelings about artificial intelligence (AI) relate to their anxiety and quality of life while going through infertility treatment. About 191 women aged 18-45 who are currently receiving treatment will fill out surveys. The goal is to understand if …

This study looks at whether showing nursing students a video of a patient getting ready for surgery—through virtual reality goggles—can boost their empathy. About 50 students will take part, and their empathy levels will be measured before and after. The goal is to see if this hi…

This study explores how severe sleep deprivation in the first two days after childbirth relates to a mother's motivation to breastfeed and how well breastfeeding goes. Researchers will measure sleep problems, breastfeeding motivation, and breastfeeding success in 167 new mothers.…

This study looks at whether mothers who believe common myths about breastfeeding are less motivated to breastfeed. About 191 mothers with babies aged 0-6 months will answer surveys about their beliefs and motivation. The goal is to understand how false ideas, like 'colostrum shou…