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Clinical trials sponsored by Baskent University, explained in plain language.
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Which workout works best for diabetes? new study tests two strength routines
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two different strength training schedules—non-linear and linear periodization—in people with type 2 diabetes. Over 8 weeks, 48 participants will do supervised workouts three times a week or receive usual care. Researchers will measure changes in exercise capac…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baskent University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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AI breathing coach takes on menopause pain
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether relaxation and breathing exercises guided by an AI system can reduce pain and improve quality of life in postmenopausal women with chronic muscle and joint pain. About 48 women aged 45 to 65 will either work with a physiotherapist, use an AI-assisted prog…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baskent University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Mind over menstruation: could guided imagery beat PMS?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether guided imagery—a relaxation technique using mental images—can reduce the physical and emotional symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) in university students. Forty-eight women with regular cycles and moderate-to-severe PMS will practice guided imagery a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baskent University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Mind over medicine: guided imagery eases chemo sickness in kids
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether guided imagery—a relaxation technique using calming mental pictures—can reduce nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy in children aged 7 to 18 with cancer. Half of the 40 participants will receive guided imagery plus standard care, while the other hal…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baskent University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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3D-Printed night guards could ease jaw pain from teeth grinding
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares 3D-printed night guards to standard acrylic ones for people who grind their teeth (bruxism). Forty-four adults will wear the splints during sleep for 3 months. Researchers will measure how much the splints wear down and ask participants about their satisfactio…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baskent University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Mind over medicine: guided imagery tested to ease Chemo's worst side effects
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether guided imagery—a relaxation technique using mental images—can reduce nausea, vomiting, and anxiety while improving quality of life in women receiving chemotherapy for gynecologic cancer. About 158 participants will be randomly assigned to either practice …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baskent University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Can special 3D exercises straighten a rounded back and ease neck pain?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a Schroth-based three-dimensional exercise program in 52 adults aged 20–50 with postural hyperkyphosis (excessive rounding of the upper back) and chronic neck pain. Participants will receive electrotherapy followed by specific corrective exercises in different po…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baskent University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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New hope for stroke recovery: light-based training may boost arm movement
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding visual-motor training (using lights to guide movement) to standard physiotherapy can improve arm and hand function in people who have had a stroke. 38 participants will be assigned to either standard therapy alone or standard therapy plus visual-mo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baskent University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:58 UTC
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AI teaching tool aims to boost breast cancer awareness among future nurses
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares an AI-supported flipped learning model to traditional teaching for 80 nursing students. The goal is to see if the AI approach improves their knowledge and hands-on skills in breast self-examination, a low-cost early detection method for breast cancer. Research…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baskent University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Virtual reality training could revolutionize nursing education on pressure ulcers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a gamified metaverse-based training program helps nursing students learn more effectively about preventing and managing pressure ulcers (bedsores). Sixty second-year nursing students will be randomly assigned to either standard classroom teaching or stand…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baskent University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Nursing students train in the metaverse to prevent hospital errors
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a gamified metaverse-based training program can improve patient safety knowledge and skills in nursing students compared to standard teaching. About 60 second-year nursing students will be split into two groups: one gets traditional training plus the m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baskent University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC