Ankara University

This study tested a special addiction management model in 80 sixth-grade students who were at high risk for digital addiction. Half of the students took part in the program, while the other half did not. Researchers measured changes in digital addiction levels and psychological r…

This study compared two dental treatments for deep cavities in children's baby molars: indirect pulp treatment and direct pulp capping. Both used a special material (MTA) and a crown. Forty-five healthy children aged 7-9 took part, and the success was checked after 6 and 12 month…

This study tested whether a personalized diet could improve nutrition and movement in children aged 4-8 with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). Nine children in Ankara, Turkey, received dietary counseling focused on energy, protein, calcium, and fluid needs. Researchers measured …

This study tested whether adding special agents (FloSeal® or Surgicel®) to standard suturing during partial nephrectomy reduces bleeding and other complications. 150 patients with localized kidney tumors were randomly assigned to one of three groups. The main outcomes were bleedi…

This study tested a six-week school program that combined health education with laughter yoga for 74 eighth-grade students. The goal was to see if it could improve healthy lifestyle behaviors like nutrition, physical activity, and stress management. Researchers used a well-known …

This study looked at whether walking, with or without a grounding stick, can reduce pain, fatigue, and improve sleep in women with breast cancer. Fifty-five women who were on chemotherapy took part. They walked for 30 minutes at least three times a week for eight weeks. The goal …

This study tested whether a substance made from a patient's own blood, called platelet-rich fibrin (PRF), could reduce pain, swelling, and jaw stiffness after impacted wisdom tooth surgery. Thirty smokers and nonsmokers each had one tooth socket treated with PRF and the other lef…

This study compared two types of nerve blocks (paravertebral and erector spinae plane block) given before or after video-assisted chest surgery to see which controls pain best. 80 adults participated. The goal was to find the most effective method for reducing acute and long-term…

This pilot study tested a 12-week yoga program in 15 children with Down syndrome aged 7–12. The program included adapted poses, breathing, and relaxation exercises. Researchers measured balance and functional performance using digital sensors and movement tests. The goal was to s…

This study tested whether a seated foot and ankle exercise program can improve balance, foot posture, and reduce falls in people aged 65 and older. Fifty participants did the exercises at home while seated to stay safe. The goal was to see if these simple moves could help older a…

This study tested whether adding a nerve block (adductor canal block) to standard local pain injections reduces pain after knee replacement surgery better than injections alone. 61 adults having knee replacement took part. The goal was to find a way to improve pain control and he…

This study tested two types of injections for people with long-lasting neck pain caused by muscle knots that didn't get better with usual treatments. 96 adults received either a dextrose solution or a lidocaine-saltwater mix injected between layers of tissue under ultrasound guid…

This study tested two ways to teach people with gingivitis (early gum disease) how to clean their teeth better. One group watched a video, the other practiced on a dental model. After one month, both groups showed improved gum health and awareness, with no major difference betwee…

This study tested whether low doses of caffeine and taurine, taken together, improve anaerobic, neuromuscular, and cognitive performance more than either alone. Thirty-two healthy young men who strength train regularly took part. They received caffeine, taurine, both, or a placeb…

This study tested two treatments for chronic itching: acupuncture and narrow-band UVB phototherapy. 90 adults with long-term itching received one month of treatment. Researchers measured itch severity using patient ratings and doctor assessments before and after treatment to see …

This study looked at whether showing patients a short animation or a 3D model of a skull before jaw surgery could reduce their anxiety. Thirty adults scheduled for surgery were split into three groups: one got only standard talk, another added a video, and the third added a 3D mo…

This study tested whether adding a second nerve block to a standard one can better control pain after heart surgery. Forty-two adults having elective heart surgery through a breastbone incision received either one or two nerve blocks. The goal was to see if the combination reduce…

This study tested whether adding radial shock wave therapy to a standard exercise program helps people with knee osteoarthritis feel less pain and walk farther. 72 adults aged 50-85 with moderate to severe knee osteoarthritis took part. The treatment involved four sessions of sho…

This study tested whether a colorful undersea-themed cover for the exam table could lower fear and anxiety in children aged 3 to 12 during their first ECG. 80 children participated, with half using the special cover. The goal was to see if this simple, non-medical change could ma…

This study tested a laughter yoga program for 8th graders to see if it could reduce peer bullying. The program included education and laughter exercises based on a health model. Researchers measured changes in empathy, bullying knowledge, and how often students experienced bullyi…

This study looked at 69 people with Parkinson's disease to see if sleep quality is linked to thinking skills and disease severity. Participants completed tests of sleep, memory, attention, and movement in one session. The goal is to better understand how these factors relate, whi…

This study adapted a questionnaire called the Cervical Cancer Screening Uptake Questionnaire (CCSTQ) into Turkish and tested it with 530 women aged 21-65. The goal was to see if the Turkish version accurately measures factors like knowledge, social norms, and beliefs that affect …

This study tested whether adding omentopexy — stitching the omentum to the stomach — during sleeve gastrectomy changes stomach shape and emptying. Thirty-six adults having weight-loss surgery were randomly assigned to get the extra stitch or not. Researchers measured stomach angl…

This completed study looked at how two types of aerobic exercise—loaded step-ups and treadmill running—affect heart fitness, leg strength, and recovery in 36 sedentary men aged 18-40. Participants exercised three times a week for six weeks at a high heart rate zone. The goal was …

This study tested two teaching methods—virtual patient simulation and peer simulation—to see which better improves nursing students' attitudes, beliefs, and skills in providing sexual counseling during pregnancy. Fifty-one students participated, and researchers measured outcomes …

This study looked at whether a protein called S100B in the blood can help predict memory problems or confusion after surgery. Researchers followed 137 adults having elective surgery, testing their blood and thinking skills before and after the operation. The goal was to see if S1…

This completed study looked at how common muscle loss (sarcopenia) is in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers compared 43 Parkinson's patients (early and moderate stages) with 22 healthy adults. They used ultrasound to measure thigh muscle thickness, handgrip strength, an…

This study looked at back tissue thickness, trunk flexibility, and hand dexterity in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers compared 80 participants aged 50-80 with mild to moderate Parkinson's to healthy individuals. They used ultrasound and physical tests to measure diffe…

This completed observational study looked at 61 people with peripheral artery disease to see if their gum health was linked to levels of a substance called TMAO in their blood and saliva. Researchers compared TMAO levels among those with healthy gums, gum disease, or no teeth. Th…

This study looked at 110 children with unilateral cerebral palsy (CP) to understand how sensory issues—like touch, vibration, and joint position sense—relate to arm and hand motor skills. Researchers tested various sensory functions and motor abilities to find connections. The go…

This study tested three ways to teach basic life support (CPR) to people who are not medical professionals: virtual reality, high-tech mannequins, and simple mannequins. Sixty-three volunteers took part, and researchers measured their knowledge, skills, confidence, and satisfacti…

This study looked at whether a simple blood test score, called the CALLY index, can help predict how well adult sepsis patients will do in the intensive care unit (ICU). Researchers reviewed medical records of 276 patients to see if the CALLY index was linked to the risk of death…

This completed study from Ankara University looked at 146 severe COVID-19 patients in the ICU. Researchers measured red blood cell distribution width (RDW), a marker of variation in red blood cell size, to see if it could predict whether patients would need a breathing tube or di…

This study measured shoulder pain, disability, and the space in the shoulder joint in people who had a stroke at least six months ago. Researchers used ultrasound and questionnaires to gather information from 51 participants. The goal was to better understand shoulder problems af…