Ankara Medipol University

This study tested how treating severe gum disease affects a person's ability to chew and their overall quality of life. Forty adults—20 with severe gum disease and 20 with healthy gums—participated. The patients with gum disease received deep cleaning treatments and, when needed,…

This study tested whether a special education program could help women change unhealthy lifestyle habits before they get pregnant. The program was based on a model that breaks behavior change into steps. Researchers worked with 108 women who were planning a pregnancy within two y…

This study tested whether a 10-week online coaching program for mothers could improve feeding problems in children aged 3-6 who were born prematurely. 39 mothers were randomly assigned to either receive the coaching or be in a comparison group. The program aimed to teach mothers …

This study tested whether adding a friendly, interactive robot named NAO to regular occupational therapy could help children with cerebral palsy improve their hand and arm skills for daily tasks. Sixteen children participated in a 14-week program where the robot demonstrated acti…

This study looked at whether doing Pilates exercises during pregnancy helps women's bodies recover faster after having a baby. Researchers followed 42 new mothers to see if those who did Pilates until delivery had better joint stability and less pain at 6 weeks postpartum compare…

This study aimed to understand why knee pain around the kneecap often becomes chronic despite treatment. Researchers measured oxygen levels in thigh muscles of 41 adults with long-term knee pain during different exercises, comparing them to pain-free individuals. The goal was to …

This study aimed to understand if using e-cigarettes causes hidden, early damage to healthy gums, similar to the damage caused by regular cigarettes. Researchers compared fluid from the gums of 60 people who were e-cigarette users, regular smokers, or non-smokers. They looked for…

This study looked at whether children who eat a diet similar to the Mediterranean diet have fewer cavities and healthier gums. Researchers examined 160 healthy children aged 3-14, checking their teeth and asking families about their eating and activity habits. The goal was to und…