Biruni University

This study looks at whether the shape of a person's face influences how Botox injections change bite force in people who grind their teeth (bruxism). Participants with different facial structures receive Botox into the jaw muscle, and bite force is measured before and after treat…

This study tests whether motivational interviewing—a supportive, goal-oriented counseling approach—can help people who have had a heart stent adopt and maintain healthier habits. Participants receive one-on-one coaching sessions and reminder texts over three months, while researc…

This study tested whether a personalized nutrition plan, including extra amino acids, could improve muscle quality and recovery in 40 men undergoing surgery for gastric cancer. Half received standard care, and half received a tailored supplement. The goal was to see if this appro…

This study tested whether adding ozone gas to standard deep-cleaning treatment helps people with gum disease (periodontitis). 18 healthy, non-smoking adults received standard cleaning on one side of the mouth and cleaning plus ozone on the other side. Researchers measured pocket …

This study tested whether adding task-oriented training—like opening bottles, buttoning shirts, and stacking blocks—to standard rehabilitation could improve arm movement in people who had a stroke at least six months ago. Thirty-nine participants completed the program. The resear…

This study looked at whether teaching cancer patients about their portable chemotherapy pump (elastomeric pump) can make them feel more comfortable and less anxious. 70 adults receiving 5-FU treatment were split into two groups: one got extra education and a booklet, the other go…

This study tested whether personalized guidance from a dietitian on a low-FODMAP diet works better than just giving patients a standard brochure for managing irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Fifty adults with IBS followed the diet for 8 weeks. Researchers measured symptom severity…

This study looked at whether classical massage can reduce pain and improve daily function in people with myofascial pain syndrome, a condition that causes muscle knots and radiating pain. Sixty adults aged 30–50 with active trigger points in the upper back took part. Researchers …

This study tested whether playing recorded voices between mothers and their newborns in the NICU could improve attachment and breastfeeding. Sixty mothers and their babies with a breathing condition called transient tachypnea took part. Mothers heard their baby's sounds, and babi…

This study looked at two different arm strengthening exercises in 14 children aged 5-12 with unilateral spastic cerebral palsy. One group did bilateral exercises based on Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation patterns, and the other did plyometric exercises. The goal was to s…

This study looked at whether adding special breathing training to aerobic exercise helps people with obesity. 45 adults aged 25-60 with a BMI between 30-40 took part. The goal was to see if this combination improves body composition, heart health, breathing, and exercise ability.

This study tested whether a mild electrical current applied to the scalp for 5 days in a row could help adults who stutter speak more fluently. 36 participants received either real or sham stimulation while doing fluency exercises. Researchers measured changes in stuttering durin…

This study tested whether wearing stroboscopic glasses (which flicker between clear and dark) during balance exercises can help female volleyball players with chronic ankle instability. Twenty-four professional players completed a supervised balance training program while wearing…

This study tested whether adding a gentle manual therapy technique called Mulligan SNAG to standard physical therapy helps people with long-term low back pain. Thirty adults with pain lasting at least six months were split into three groups: standard therapy alone, standard thera…

This study looked at whether listening to music during a routine fetal monitoring test (non-stress test) helps reduce anxiety and loneliness in pregnant women. 100 pregnant women were randomly assigned to listen to music or receive standard care during the test. Researchers measu…

This study tested whether applying chitosan (a natural substance from shellfish) and i-PRF (a concentrate from the patient's own blood) to the wound site can improve healing after a gum graft. Sixty-eight people received one of three treatments: a standard gelatin sponge, chitosa…

This study looked at whether an 8-week core stabilization exercise program can improve balance and trunk endurance in people who had ACL reconstruction surgery. It included 15 people with ACL surgery and 15 healthy individuals, all doing the same exercises twice a week. The goal …

This study looked at whether using sonic irrigation or a diode laser during root canal treatment reduces pain afterward. Eighty adults with infected single-rooted teeth were randomly assigned to one of four cleaning methods. Patients reported their pain levels and painkiller use …

This study tested whether placing stitches (pre-sutures) in the roof of the mouth before taking a gum graft can reduce bleeding and pain. 32 adults with gum recession took part. Researchers measured blood loss, pain, and healing after surgery. The goal was to see if this simple s…

This study looked at whether different music frequencies played during yoga-based exercises could improve physical performance and thinking skills in inactive young adults aged 18-35. Thirty healthy but inactive participants did exercises with no music, low-frequency music, or hi…

This study tested whether Baduanjin, a gentle mind-body exercise, can reduce pain, improve balance, and lessen fear of movement in people with knee osteoarthritis. Sixty adults aged 40 to 70 with moderate knee OA took part. They were split into three groups: one did standard exer…

This study surveys medical students to understand their attitudes toward tattoos and piercings and measure their awareness of related skin risks, such as infections, allergic reactions, and scarring. Researchers aim to see if students have adequate knowledge and how their views d…

This study compares how well Wunda Chair Pilates and mat-based Pilates improve balance in healthy women after a single session. Forty women aged 18-45 who regularly do Pilates will be randomly assigned to one type. Balance is tested before and right after the 45-minute workout us…

This study measures how much time adults spend on screens (smartphones, computers, tablets, and TV) and checks if higher screen time is linked to specific skin conditions. Researchers will compare screen time across different dermatological diagnoses in patients visiting a dermat…

This study looked at whether whole-body cryotherapy (extreme cold exposure) helps muscles recover after exercise-induced fatigue. Thirty healthy male university students ran until tired, then either sat in a freezing chamber or rested normally. Researchers measured leg strength, …

This study looked at 46 men aged 18-30 to see if elite wrestlers have better trunk muscle strength and balance than people who don't exercise regularly. Participants did strength tests on a special machine and balance tests. The goal was to understand how years of wrestling train…

This study tested whether adding recovery training—like stretching, foam rolling, and relaxation exercises—to regular tennis practice improves lower body explosive strength in young athletes. Twenty-eight tennis players aged 11-17 were split into two groups: one did only their us…

This study looked at how often adolescent tennis players (ages 12-18) should do functional training to improve their explosive strength. Thirty players completed a six-week program with different training frequencies. Researchers measured jumps and strength to see which schedule …

This study looked at how a single basketball training session affects muscle control and balance in 34 professional teenage basketball players. Researchers measured jump performance and balance before and after training to see if fatigue changes these skills. They also checked if…

This study tested whether thermal imaging (a camera that measures body heat) can reliably assess injury risk in volleyball players. Researchers compared thermal images with standard performance tests like vertical jumps and balance assessments in 33 amateur and professional playe…

This study looked at how muscle strength and balance differ between healthy people and those with chronic ankle instability or ACL knee injuries. Researchers measured balance using a special platform. The goal was to better understand the link between strength and stability after…

This study looked at whether giving extra counseling along with standard childbirth preparation classes helps first-time mothers feel more prepared for pregnancy and birth. 110 pregnant women in Istanbul were split into two groups: one got only the classes, the other got classes …

This study tested whether doing exercises with blood flow restriction (using a cuff to partially block blood flow) can improve balance and body awareness. 74 healthy adults aged 18-35 were split into three groups: BFR, sham, and control. They did a single exercise session, and th…

This study looked at 82 women who had given birth before to see if standing or squatting during early labor made a difference. Researchers measured how long labor lasted, how comfortable women felt, their pain levels, and whether they had a traumatic birth experience. The goal wa…

This completed study looked at 108 Turkish adults to see if understanding dental health information is linked to gum health. Participants took a reading test about dentistry and had a dental exam. The goal was to find out if people with lower health literacy have worse gum diseas…

This study tested a new breathing exercise device made in Turkey on 40 healthy adults aged 18-65. The device combines visual feedback and resistance training to improve lung function and breathing muscle strength. Participants used the device 5 days a week for 8 weeks, and their …

This study tested whether artificial intelligence (AI) could better predict fall risk in people with Parkinson's disease by analyzing walking tests under single and dual-task conditions. Thirty participants completed balance and mobility assessments while being recorded on video.…