Balikesir University
Clinical trials sponsored by Balikesir University, explained in plain language.
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New anesthesia combo may cut opioid use after Weight-Loss surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two different anesthesia plans for people having gastric sleeve surgery. One plan used only opioids for pain during surgery, while the other added ketamine. The goal was to see if adding ketamine could lower the amount of opioids needed after surgery and reduce …
Sponsor: Balikesir University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 07:24 UTC
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Breathing new life: simple rehab program eases lung strain in spine arthritis patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis small pilot study tested an 8-week program of aerobic exercise, strength training, stretching, and breathing exercises in 20 adults with axial spondyloarthritis (a type of arthritis affecting the spine and chest). The goal was to see if the program could improve how far they…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Balikesir University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 06:49 UTC
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Soothing sounds after surgery: music may ease C-Section recovery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether playing music to women after a cesarean delivery can help reduce pain, increase comfort, and improve bonding with their baby. Sixty-two women who had C-sections were split into two groups: one listened to a specific type of music for 20 minutes twice …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Balikesir University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC
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Eye exercises may sharpen Gamers' reflexes and balance
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether a single 25-minute web-based visual training session could improve balance, reaction time, and thinking skills in professional esports players. Thirty players aged 12 to 30 were randomly assigned to do the eye exercises or nothing. Their balance, reac…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Balikesir University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:56 UTC
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Staying active may protect older hearts after an attack
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 207 older adults (65+) who came to the emergency room with a heart attack or related condition. Researchers measured their usual physical activity levels and tracked heart problems and deaths over time. They found that people who were more active had fewer se…
Sponsor: Balikesir University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Lung Maneuver's heart impact measured in surgery study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how a breathing technique called alveolar recruitment maneuver (opening up the lungs) affects heart function during surgery. 70 adults having laparoscopic hysterectomy under general anesthesia were monitored. The goal was to see changes in heart rate, blood p…
Sponsor: Balikesir University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 01, 2026 15:59 UTC