Ankara Yildirim Beyazit University

This study looked at 268 children aged 3-12 with deep cavities in their baby molars. Researchers compared two methods: the Hall technique and a modified version, both of which use a crown to seal the cavity without drilling. The goal was to see which approach keeps the tooth heal…

This study looked at whether taking whey protein together with collagen helps muscles and bones more than taking either supplement alone. Forty healthy men who regularly lifted weights took one of four supplements for 8 weeks while continuing their training. The group that took b…

This study tested a nurse-led education program based on Pender's Health Promotion Model for pregnant women with gestational diabetes. 71 women participated, with the program aiming to improve healthy behaviors, self-confidence, and health beliefs. The goal was to help women bett…

This study looked at whether the 4-7-8 breathing technique (a slow, patterned breathing exercise) can help reduce pain, nausea, and vomiting in people who just had weight-loss surgery. Sixty adults were split into two groups: one practiced the breathing technique hourly for 24 ho…

This study tested whether using virtual reality glasses to teach patients about self-care after bariatric surgery improves their ability to manage their health. Sixty adults who had weight-loss surgery were split into two groups: one group received standard care, while the other …

This study tested a new way to teach patients about cataract surgery using the Pecha Kucha method — a fast, picture-based presentation. 61 adults were split into two groups: one got the Pecha Kucha lesson, the other got standard education. Researchers then measured how well patie…

This study tested two treatments for shin splints (medial tibial stress syndrome) in 22 active adults. One group got deep tissue massage plus exercise, the other got shock wave therapy plus exercise. Both groups also received standard pain relief. The goal was to see which approa…

This study tested two small devices—Coolsense (cold only) and Buzzy (cold plus vibration)—to see if they could lower pain and fear in children aged 6–12 during insulin injections. 90 kids with type 1 diabetes were split into three groups: one used Coolsense, one used Buzzy, and o…

This study looked at whether adding craniosacral therapy (a gentle, hands-on treatment) to a standard home exercise program helps adults with knee osteoarthritis more than exercise alone. Twenty-one participants were split into two groups: one did only home exercises for six week…

This study looked at how short-term rapid weight loss and exercise change blood cells and immune markers in 9 elite male wrestlers. Participants lost about 4.3% of their body weight over five days. Blood samples were taken before and after exercise, both with and without weight l…

This study looked at how walking speed changes the way people who have had a stroke walk. Fifteen stroke survivors walked at their normal speed, then 25% faster and 25% slower. Researchers measured step length, stance time, and other gait details to understand how speed affects w…

This study looked at whether a parent's presence during a child's dental treatment affects the child's anxiety and behavior. 72 healthy children aged 4-7 with no prior dental experience were randomly placed into three groups: parent absent, parent behind a barrier, or parent pres…

This study checked muscle activity in 42 male football players, half with a recent hamstring strain. Using special sensors during exercises, researchers found that injured players still had altered muscle use in their hamstrings, buttocks, back, and lower spine. These lasting cha…

This study looked at how chronic ankle instability (a condition from repeated ankle sprains) affects athletes' jumping and agility. 32 athletes (16 with ankle instability and 16 healthy) performed various tests like hops and sprints. Results showed that athletes with unstable ank…

This study looked at how a single session of neuroathletic training—exercises that target the brain's control of movement—affects muscle strength, balance, and thinking in people who don't exercise regularly. 52 healthy adults aged 18-30 took part. The goal was to see if this app…

This study compared a virtual game simulation to traditional teaching methods for nursing students learning infection control. 130 first-year nursing students were split into two groups: one received standard lessons, and the other played a virtual game simulation for a week. Res…