Akdeniz University

This study tests whether low-load arm exercises combined with inflatable cuffs that briefly restrict blood flow can improve muscle size and small blood vessel health in older adults. Participants aged 50 and older are randomly assigned to exercise with the cuffs, exercise without…

This study tests whether a mobile-friendly gamified app, called Game-App-KNEE, can improve functional outcomes and recovery for people who have had total knee replacement surgery. Participants use the app daily for three months after discharge, while a control group receives only…

This trial investigates whether changing how often and when people with type 2 diabetes eat can improve weight, blood sugar, and cholesterol. Over 12 weeks, participants follow one of three eating plans: a standard 6-meal diet, a 3-meal diet, or time-restricted eating (eating all…

This study tested a smartphone app called ReLiver-N designed to help people with liver cirrhosis take a more active role in their care. The app provides health education, self-management tools, and a system to flag urgent issues. Researchers enrolled 48 patients with mild to mode…

This study tested whether a mobile game could help children aged 11-14 with chronic kidney failure better manage their condition. 68 children were split into two groups: one used the game, the other received standard education. Researchers measured changes in BMI, blood pressure,…

This trial tests whether listening to preferred music or squeezing a stress ball during cataract surgery can reduce patients' pain and anxiety. About 240 adults having their first cataract surgery will be assigned to one of these two simple, drug-free techniques or to standard ca…

This trial tests whether a robotic pet or a video can reduce pain, fear, and anxiety in children aged 5-10 during a blood draw (venipuncture). Children are randomly assigned to interact with a robotic pet, watch an animal video, or receive routine care during the procedure. Resea…

This study looked at whether structured play activities could reduce anxiety in children aged 4-10 receiving chemotherapy and their parents. 62 children and their parents took part in play sessions during chemo. Anxiety levels were measured before and after play. The goal is to s…

This study looks at whether a musical-moving toy can lower fear and help IV insertion go more smoothly in children ages 4 to 6 who have hard-to-find veins. About 70 kids will be randomly assigned to either get the toy during the procedure or receive standard care. Researchers wil…

This study tested two methods to help gums heal after a gingivectomy (removing excess gum tissue). Sixty-four healthy adults received either a hyaluronic acid spray (applied twice daily for 7 days) or low-level laser therapy (applied 4 times over 7 days). Researchers measured wou…

This study tested whether wearing virtual reality glasses during a common kidney stone treatment (ESWL) can lower patients' pain, anxiety, and improve comfort. Seventy adults undergoing the procedure for the first time took part. Researchers measured pain, anxiety, and comfort le…

This study tested whether watching videos with virtual reality glasses before a colonoscopy could lower patients' anxiety and steady their vital signs. Seventy adults were randomly assigned to use VR glasses or not. Researchers measured anxiety levels and blood pressure before th…

This study tested whether listening to nature sounds while walking after gallbladder surgery could reduce anxiety, pain, and stress. Seventy adults who had laparoscopic cholecystectomy took part. Patients walked 50 meters while hearing nature sounds, then returned to bed. Their a…

This study looked at 88 healthy adults with infected teeth to see if different irrigation methods during root canal treatment affect pain afterward. Participants had a tooth with a chronic infection and received one of several irrigation techniques. The goal was to find which met…

This study looked at whether a 12-week home exercise program could help people aged 45 and older with advanced chronic kidney disease (stages 4-5) who are not on dialysis. The program included strength and aerobic exercises done 3-4 times a week. Researchers measured changes in m…

This study tested an 8-session nursing program designed to help teenagers aged 12-18 who struggle with problematic internet use. The program aimed to improve self-regulation, coping skills, and family relationships. Only 10 teens participated, making this a very early look at whe…

This study tested whether using a stress ball before gallbladder removal surgery helps reduce patients' fear, anxiety, and stress while improving comfort. Ninety adults scheduled for laparoscopic gallbladder removal were randomly assigned to either use a stress ball or receive st…

This study tested whether sleep hygiene education plus motivational interviewing can improve sleep and quality of life in people on hemodialysis. Forty patients were split into two groups: one received face-to-face sleep training plus four online motivational sessions over six we…

This study tested whether a brief psychiatric session one hour before surgery could help living kidney donors feel less anxious, have more stable vital signs during surgery, and experience less pain afterward. 123 donors took part, with some receiving the therapy and others stand…

This study tested whether playing white or pink noise through headphones before and during a colonoscopy can lower patients' pain and anxiety. 135 adults were randomly assigned to listen to white noise, pink noise, or standard care alone. Researchers measured anxiety and pain usi…

This study tested whether wearing a white noise sleep mask after prostate surgery (TUR-P) improves sleep quality and comfort. 70 adults who had elective surgery used the mask or standard care. The goal was to see if blocking hospital noise could help patients rest better and feel…

This study tested a special way to give intramuscular injections to children aged 6-12. Instead of the usual method, nurses used a precise ventrogluteal technique with a 90-degree angle and quick needle insertion and removal. The 90 children were split into two groups: one got th…

This study looks at whether the steep head-down position used during robot-assisted prostate surgery can cause subtle brain injury. Researchers measure three brain-specific proteins (S100B, GFAP, and NSE) in the blood before and after surgery, along with simple cognitive tests. T…

This study examined how standard non-surgical gum disease treatment changes the jaw bone structure in 69 people with gingivitis or periodontitis. Researchers used fractal analysis of dental X-rays taken before and 6 months after treatment to detect subtle bone changes. The goal i…

This study tests a program that teaches parents of children aged 3-6 about digital footprints, online safety, and responsible sharing. The goal is to help parents make better choices online to protect their child's privacy and digital identity. Parents who use social media and ha…

This study tests whether playing an escape room game helps nursing students learn the nursing process and improve their ability to make accurate diagnoses. About 50 students who are taking a fundamentals nursing course will be randomly assigned to either the escape room activity …

This study tests a mobile app-supported mindful caring education program designed to help nurses improve their self-care, self-compassion, quality of life, and interactions with patients. Nurses with at least two years of experience in adult units are eligible to participate. The…

This study tests whether a structured, classroom-based smartphone training program can improve digital literacy and confidence in adults aged 60 and older who are part of a lifelong-learning program. Participants attend 12 sessions over six weeks, learning to use their own Androi…

This study aimed to create a computer model that can predict which gum disease treatment will work best for each person. Researchers looked at dental records from 86 patients, including gum measurements, X-rays, and personal details. The goal is to help dentists choose the most e…

This study evaluates whether a Turkish version of a 9-item questionnaire, called the Tampa Scale of Kinesiophobia, is a valid and reliable tool for people with chronic neck or low back pain. Participants complete several questionnaires online, with a repeat test after 7 days for …

This completed study tested a mindfulness-based breastfeeding program for 140 mothers who had a C-section. The program taught topics like breast anatomy, milk production, stress effects, and breastfeeding positions. Researchers measured breastfeeding awareness and attitudes using…

This study tested whether a nurse-led education program helps people with heart failure improve their self-care, medication and diet compliance, and confidence in managing their condition. Researchers enrolled 66 adults with stable heart failure and provided a 30-minute training …

This study looked at how a nerve condition called cardiovascular autonomic neuropathy (CAN) affects the risk of kidney injury in people having heart bypass surgery. Researchers tracked 912 adults before, during, and after surgery to see if those with CAN had worse kidney function…

This study tested a 5-session psychosocial program for 9th-grade girls living in boarding schools. The program included group activities on stress management, sleep hygiene, and healthy habits. Researchers compared the girls who took the program with those who did not, measuring …

This study looked at 119 healthy young adults to find out what factors affect their balance. Participants completed various balance tests, and researchers measured foot posture, body composition, muscle strength, and cognitive performance. The goal was to identify which of these …

This study looked at whether lifting light weights (30% of your max) until you can't do another rep builds muscle and strength as well as lifting heavy weights (75% of your max) in healthy young men who don't usually lift. Twenty-two men did leg exercises three times a week for s…

This study looked at two different ways to help patients breathe during surgery under general anesthesia. It compared a newer video laryngeal mask (SaCoVLM) with the traditional direct laryngoscopy method. Researchers measured blood pressure changes and how often the breathing tu…

This study tested whether electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) helps climbers recover from forearm fatigue better than just resting. Ten male climbers did a climbing workout, then received either EMS or passive rest. Researchers measured how many moves they could complete afterwar…

This study looked at a new way to fix horizontal jawbone loss by placing a dental implant at the same time as a bone graft. Sixteen patients were treated and followed to see how well the implants and grafts healed. The results showed high implant survival and good bone integratio…

This study tested whether short virtual reality (VR) or mixed reality (MR) exercise breaks during the workday can improve mood and thinking. Twenty-eight office workers who don't exercise regularly tried 5-minute VR exergaming, MR exergaming, or passive rest. Researchers measured…