Gazi University

This study compared two areas inside the mouth where dentists can take tissue to fix receding gums. Thirty patients had surgery where gum tissue was moved to cover exposed tooth roots. Researchers wanted to see if taking tissue from the back of the upper jaw (maxillary tuberosity…

This study tested if a new monitor could help doctors use the right amount of oxygen during lung surgery. During these operations, patients breathe with only one lung, and doctors often give extra oxygen to be safe. However, too much oxygen might cause harm. Researchers compared …

This study tested whether a program of simple, equipment-free exercises (calisthenics) delivered through video calls (telerehabilitation) could help people with type 2 diabetes. Researchers worked with 40 adults to see if this home-based exercise routine could improve their body'…

This study tested if aerobic exercise using just the arms could help people with type 2 diabetes. Researchers worked with 40 participants to see if this type of training could improve their exercise capacity, how their muscles use oxygen, and their overall physical activity level…

This study looked at whether applying a topical anti-inflammatory gel (diclofenac) to the hands and feet could prevent or delay a painful skin reaction called Hand-Foot Syndrome in patients receiving capecitabine chemotherapy for colorectal or gastric cancer. About 150 patients w…

This study tested whether storytelling sessions could help reduce cyberbullying and increase empathy in middle school students. Researchers worked with 71 students in grades 5-6 who were involved in cyberbullying, dividing them into groups that either received storytelling sessio…

This study tested whether motivational counseling sessions during and after pregnancy could help women feel more confident about using birth control and actually use it after giving birth. Researchers worked with 72 pregnant women, giving half of them special counseling talks in …

This study tested whether motivational interviewing—a series of supportive conversations—could help people recover after surgery for a slipped disc in their lower back. Researchers worked with 72 patients who had just had this surgery. They wanted to see if these conversations co…

This study tested whether a single session of abdominal massage could provide immediate benefits for people with chronic constipation. Researchers compared 30 participants who received the massage to a group that did not, measuring effects on blood vessel stiffness, muscle oxygen…

This study compared two different nerve-blocking techniques used to numb the arm during hand, wrist, or forearm surgery. Researchers wanted to see which method was less likely to weaken the diaphragm, a key breathing muscle, while still providing good pain relief. They randomly a…

This study tested whether a non-drug therapy called acupressure could help patients in the intensive care unit (ICU). Researchers worked with 60 ICU patients to see if applying pressure to specific points on the body could improve their pain, anxiety, sleep quality, and vital sig…

This study tested whether a specific hand and nerve movement therapy (neuromobilization) works better when applied to both hands together, compared to just the painful hand, in people with carpal tunnel syndrome. It involved 28 adults with the condition to see which approach more…

This study tested whether a creative activity called mandala art therapy could improve mental well-being and feelings of social support in elderly people. Researchers worked with 35 participants aged 60 and over who were randomly assigned to either try the art therapy or not. The…

This study tested a new type of exercise training designed to improve balance and movement in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers compared a special program of reaction-based exercises, thought to stimulate a specific part of the brain, to a standard exercise program. Th…

This study compared two common treatments for delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) - the pain and stiffness that comes 1-3 days after unusual exercise. Researchers tested 30 healthy, inactive young adults to see whether Kinesio taping or the Graston technique (a tool-based massag…

This study tested whether adding a special elastic leg brace to standard physical therapy could improve walking and balance in young children with spastic cerebral palsy. Researchers compared therapy alone to therapy plus the brace in 26 children who walk with their toes pointed …

This study tested whether a special coaching program led by a nurse could help breast cancer patients feel more confident in their own recovery and improve their quality of life after breast reconstruction surgery. Researchers compared 58 patients who received nine online coachin…

This study tested whether pelvic floor exercises done at home via video calls could help women with Multiple Sclerosis manage common bladder problems. Researchers compared three types of exercises—strengthening, relaxation, and a combination of both—over 8 weeks. The goal was to …

This small study tested whether using two specific taping methods together could help people with a common foot alignment problem called excessive subtalar pronation. Researchers compared 20 young adults, applying the tape to half of them and checking their balance, agility, and …

This study tested whether taking zinc pills and using a strong steroid cream could prevent or reduce the painful hand-foot skin rash that often occurs with the cancer drug regorafenib. About 150 patients starting this cancer treatment were assigned to receive either the zinc, the…

This study tested whether a specific foot and ankle exercise program could help reduce pain and improve quality of life for people with painful diabetic neuropathy. It involved 100 adults with Type 2 diabetes and long-term nerve pain. Researchers compared pain and life quality sc…

This study tested a web-based support program designed to help children with cancer return to school. Researchers first interviewed kids and parents to understand their challenges, then created and tested the program with 20 children aged 8-17. The goal was to see if the program …

This study tested whether a 10-week remote nursing program could help family caregivers of people with Alzheimer's dementia. It compared 30 caregivers using a special online support website to 30 caregivers receiving standard care. The goal was to see if the program reduced careg…

This study tested whether an 8-week online mindfulness program could help adults with fibromyalgia. Ninety-four participants were randomly assigned to either try the online mindfulness course or continue with their usual treatments. Researchers measured changes in pain, daily fun…

This study aimed to understand if people who grind or clench their teeth (bruxism) have differences in their breathing function, breathing muscle strength, balance, and sleep quality compared to people without bruxism. Researchers measured these factors in 34 adults with bruxism …

This study aimed to understand how common the Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is in the intestines of children, especially those with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) like Crohn's or colitis. Researchers tested tissue and blood samples from 139 children who were already scheduled for a col…

This study looked at whether intentionally lowering a patient's blood pressure during common nose and sinus surgeries might cause hidden, early damage to the kidneys. Researchers measured special markers in the blood of 35 healthy adults before and after their surgery to detect a…

This study compared two different nerve block techniques used to numb the shoulder for arthroscopic surgery. Researchers wanted to see which method was less likely to cause temporary paralysis of the diaphragm muscle, which is important for breathing. They measured breathing func…

This study tested whether a 5-week educational program could improve women's knowledge and behaviors related to sustainable, eco-friendly nutrition. 122 women from a local club were randomly split into two groups. One group received the weekly training first, and researchers meas…

This study aimed to understand how playing elite American football affects heart and muscle health. Researchers compared 15 top male football players to 15 non-athletes, measuring artery stiffness, muscle oxygen levels, and overall fitness. The goal was to gather new information …

This study aimed to understand how lipedema affects a woman's physical abilities. Researchers compared 30 women—some with lipedema and some without—by testing their leg strength, walking endurance, pain sensitivity, and swelling. The goal was to gather detailed information to bet…

This study tested whether a simple puzzle activity could improve nursing students' willingness to work with older adults and their skills in geriatric care. Researchers divided 102 second-year nursing students into two groups: one group did puzzles related to elderly care after a…

This study tested a new way to teach nursing students a critical skill: how to properly examine a patient's lungs and breathing. Researchers compared two training methods: practicing with classmates or using an immersive virtual reality (VR) simulation. They found that students w…

This study tested a 6-week educational program designed to teach teenagers about the connection between food choices, climate change, and the environment. Researchers wanted to see if the program could help teens adopt more sustainable eating habits and feel more confident about …

This study aimed to understand how arm swelling (lymphedema) after breast cancer treatment affects a person's walking. Researchers compared the walking patterns of 40 women who had this swelling with healthy women. They measured things like step length, walking speed, and pelvic …

This study aimed to understand how two genetic lung diseases, cystic fibrosis (CF) and primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD), affect children's physical fitness. Researchers compared 88 children, including those with CF, PCD, and healthy kids, measuring how far they could walk, the ox…

This study aimed to understand how two rare, inherited lung diseases affect children's physical abilities. Researchers compared 88 children with cystic fibrosis (CF), primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD), and healthy children. They measured things like arm exercise capacity, muscle o…

This study tested a new training method for building arm strength. Researchers compared lifting lighter weights with a special cuff that restricts blood flow to the traditional method of lifting heavy weights. They wanted to see if the lighter-weight method could produce similar …

This study tested whether a peer mentoring program could help nursing students improve their therapeutic communication skills, especially when working with children. Researchers divided 73 nursing students into two groups: one received extra one-on-one coaching from fellow studen…

This study aimed to understand if being forced to use your non-dominant hand for 6 weeks after an injury to your dominant hand actually improves its function. Researchers measured the speed, strength, and ability of the healthy, non-dominant hand in 40 adults with a recent domina…

This study aimed to understand if having low muscle mass (sarcopenia) before treatment makes breast cancer patients more likely to develop nerve damage from a common chemotherapy drug called paclitaxel. Researchers followed 120 early-stage breast cancer patients in Turkey, measur…

This study aimed to understand the relationship between core muscle endurance, pelvic movement during walking, and pelvic width. Researchers compared 114 healthy athletes and non-athletes aged 18-35 to see if these physical traits differ between the groups. The goal was to fill a…

This study aimed to see if a simple, 6-minute stepping test could be a good way to measure exercise capacity in adults with asthma. Researchers compared the stepping test results to those from a more complex, lab-based exercise test in 41 participants. The goal was to find a quic…

This study tested whether a specific type of core training, where participants see real-time visual feedback on a screen, could improve body awareness, balance, and core muscle endurance in healthy people who don't exercise regularly. Researchers worked with 48 inactive volunteer…