Gazi University

This study tests whether adding a small gum graft to standard deep cleaning helps control peri-implantitis, an infection around dental implants. Thirty non-smoking adults with thin gum tissue will be split into two groups: one gets the graft, the other gets standard care only. Re…

This trial tests whether one session of inspiratory muscle training—using a POWERbreathe device that adds resistance to breathing—can improve exercise capacity, muscle oxygenation, balance, and agility in elite male volleyball players aged 18 to 25. Thirty players will be randoml…

This study tests a new early intervention program called SAFE for high-risk infants (3-12 months old) who may have developmental delays. The program focuses on activities to improve arm, hand, and fine motor skills through play and daily routines. Researchers will compare SAFE to…

This study tests whether adding visual biofeedback to standard swallowing exercises and electrical stimulation helps stroke patients with swallowing problems. 34 adults who had a stroke in the last 6 months will be randomly assigned to either the biofeedback group or a convention…

This study tests whether a program called Task-Oriented Circuit Training (TOCT) can improve arm and hand function in people who have had a stroke. TOCT involves 15 exercise stations that focus on practical tasks. The study will compare TOCT to standard occupational therapy in 24 …

This study tests whether a special breathing exercise program can improve oxygen use, balance, and physical activity in people who have had lung cancer surgery. Forty adults aged 18-80 who are in remission will do breathing training with a device for 4 weeks, then add functional …

This study tests whether adding specific nerve gliding exercises to standard physical therapy helps people with chronic ulnar-sided (pinky side) wrist pain. About 34 adults with pain lasting at least 3 months will be randomly assigned to standard therapy alone or standard therapy…

This study compares two surgeries for a torn ACL: the standard reconstruction and a newer repair technique. Researchers will measure muscle strength, knee stability, and balance in 45 adults who had one of these surgeries at least a year ago. The goal is to find which approach le…

This study investigates how smoking influences the immune response around dental implants, comparing smokers and non-smokers with healthy implants, gum inflammation (mucositis), or more severe implant-related bone loss (peri-implantitis). By analyzing fluid samples from around th…

This study investigates whether tightness in the pectoralis minor, a small chest muscle, is linked to partial rotator cuff tears in the shoulder. Researchers will compare 45 patients with tears to 45 without, matching them by age, sex, body size, and dominant side. Using simple m…

This study compares people who have had a mitral valve procedure for mitral stenosis with healthy volunteers. Researchers will measure exercise capacity, muscle oxygen levels, and artery stiffness to understand long-term effects. The goal is to gather knowledge that may improve f…

This study looks at whether a person's expectations before starting physical therapy can predict how much they will benefit from it. Researchers will track 84 adults over 50 with knee osteoarthritis as they go through 15 sessions of standard physical therapy. The goal is to see i…

This study follows 400 people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer whose tumors have low PD-L1 levels (below 50%). Researchers will compare two standard treatment combos: chemotherapy plus pembrolizumab versus nivolumab plus ipilimumab with chemotherapy. The goal is to see wh…

This study checks if a 6-minute stepper test is a reliable way to measure exercise ability in people with peripheral artery disease (PAD). Researchers will compare it to standard tests like the 6-minute walk test and a treadmill test. The goal is to find a simple, low-cost tool t…