Hacettepe University

This study looks at whether adding foot core exercises to standard hip rehab can improve leg strength, balance, and function after total hip replacement. Fifty participants will either do routine hip exercises or those plus foot exercises for 12 weeks. Researchers will measure mu…

This study compares two ways to treat gum disease without surgery: using an ultrasonic device or special hand tools. About 36 adults with moderate to severe periodontitis will be randomly assigned to one method. Researchers will check gum pocket depth and bone levels over a year …

This study compares a chitosan brush to a standard titanium curette for non-surgical treatment of peri-implantitis, a gum infection that can cause bone loss around dental implants. Sixty implants will be treated, and researchers will track gum health and immune markers over 12 mo…

This study tests whether using a mobile app that gives visual feedback can help lung cancer patients do breathing exercises more effectively after having part of a lung removed. Forty patients will try both standard breathing training and app-guided training on the same day. Rese…

This study tests whether a special electrical therapy called CRET can help elite soccer players with hamstring strains get back on the field faster. Twenty-two players will receive either standard rehab alone or rehab plus CRET therapy. Researchers will measure how many days it t…

This study compares three rehabilitation approaches for people recovering from a stroke: mirror therapy (using a mirror to trick the brain into thinking the affected limb is moving), cognitive orientation to daily occupational performance (CO-OP, a problem-solving strategy to ach…

This study tests whether the BETY exercise program, which combines physical exercises with pain management and emotional support, can help people with knee osteoarthritis who recently received injections. Sixty adults with knee osteoarthritis will be enrolled. The goal is to see …

This study tests whether mentally practicing walking while watching videos of people walking can improve gait in people with multiple sclerosis. Twenty participants will either watch walking videos and imagine themselves walking, or watch nature scenes. Researchers will measure m…

This study looks at whether adding special breathing muscle training to standard scoliosis exercises helps teenagers with curved spines breathe better, move better, and feel better. About 45 girls aged 10-18 with mild to moderate scoliosis will take part. They will do exercises t…

This study tests whether drinking coffee after a cesarean section can reduce the chance of a spinal headache (postdural puncture headache) and the need for painkillers. About 82 women who had a C-section under spinal anesthesia will drink coffee four times over two days. Research…

This study looks at whether adding strengthening exercises for certain shoulder muscles to standard physical therapy helps people recover better after reverse shoulder replacement. About 27 adults scheduled for this surgery will be randomly assigned to standard rehab or standard …

This study tests whether different exercise routines can improve physical health, thinking skills, brain structure, and blood markers in people with chronic neck pain. Twenty-one adults with neck pain for at least 3 months will do 36 exercise sessions over 12 weeks. The goal is t…

This study tests whether an 8-week personalized occupational therapy program can help people with substance use disorder perform daily activities better, feel more confident, and bounce back from stress. About 34 adults who have completed detox will be split into a therapy group …

This study looks at whether special breathing exercises combined with core-strengthening moves can help people with Post-COVID syndrome. About 40 adults aged 18-65 will do either core exercises alone or core plus breathing training for 8 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in…

This study tests whether applying a special rigid tape to the shoulder joint, along with exercises, can reduce pain and improve movement in people with AC joint degeneration. Twenty-eight adults with shoulder pain will be randomly assigned to receive either taping plus exercise o…

This study looks at whether combining resistance and aerobic arm exercises can improve arm strength, function, and quality of life in breast cancer patients. About 40 women who are at least 15 months past surgery and not currently active will participate. The goal is to find bett…

This study looks at whether a 12-week upper arm aerobic exercise program can reduce arterial stiffness in women who have had breast cancer. Arterial stiffness is a side effect of some cancer treatments and can increase heart risk. The trial will measure changes in blood vessel fl…

This study is testing a structured exercise program called BETY, which focuses on the whole person (body, mind, and social factors), in 48 children and adults with scleroderma. Participants will either do the BETY program for 3 months or follow a home exercise routine. The goal i…

This study looks at whether 8 weeks of kettlebell training can reduce pain and improve shoulder function better than standard rehab. It involves 38 adults with rotator cuff-related shoulder pain who have been active in sports for at least 3 years. Participants will be randomly as…

This study tests whether adding vestibular (inner ear/balance) exercises to standard physical therapy can reduce fatigue and improve balance and walking in people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago. Thirty adults aged 18–65 will be split into two groups: one gets standard reh…

This study tests whether a 20-minute virtual reality relaxation session can reduce anxiety and improve vital signs in women scheduled for gynecologic cancer surgery. Sixty-six participants will be randomly assigned to either the VR session or standard care. Researchers will measu…

This study compares two common treatments for trigger finger: shock wave therapy and a finger splint. Researchers will enroll 54 adults with early-stage trigger finger to see which approach better reduces pain and improves hand function. The goal is to find out if shock wave ther…

This observational study looks at how the percentage of arm loss in people with a single upper-limb amputation relates to balance, neck and back pain, daily activities, and reaction time. Participants aged 18 to 65 who use a myoelectric or bionic prosthesis will undergo non-invas…

This study looks at how well people with COPD understand health information and how that relates to their physical abilities, thinking skills, daily activities, and quality of life. Researchers will compare 144 adults with COPD to healthy volunteers using tests of walking, thinki…

This observational study compares how people with bronchiectasis and healthy volunteers respond to different exercise tests, including a 6-minute stepper test, a 6-minute walk test, and a 1-minute sit-to-stand test. Researchers will measure breathing, heart rate, and muscle stren…

This study looks at how body awareness (knowing where your body is in space), trunk (core) stability, and arm function are related in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). Researchers will measure these abilities in 50 adults with MS and compare them to healthy volunteers. The goa…

This study looks at how patients feel about being awake while a breathing tube is placed. Researchers will ask 100 adults to rate their experience on a scale from 1 (very poor) to 5 (very good). The goal is to understand patient satisfaction and improve the procedure.

This study looks at how different sleep-wake patterns (called circadian rhythms) affect breathing strength, physical activity, and eating habits in people with Post-COVID syndrome. Researchers will study 50 adults aged 18-65 who have been diagnosed with long COVID. The goal is to…

This study tests a teaching method called RECAST-H, which uses reverse case studies and a self-directed learning approach, to see if it helps final-year nursing students feel more prepared for their careers. Researchers will compare 84 students who receive this training to a cont…

This study follows 80 people aged 13 to 45 who had ACL reconstruction using either a quadriceps or hamstring tendon graft. Researchers will measure knee muscle strength at several points over six months to see if one graft type leads to better recovery. All participants follow th…

This study looks at how different meals before exercise affect amino acid levels in adults with phenylketonuria (PKU). Ten participants will try water, carbohydrates, or protein before doing aerobic and resistance exercises. Researchers will measure changes in blood amino acids t…

This study compares exercise ability, muscle strength, blood vessel stiffness, and quality of life among three groups: people with COPD, those with a less-known condition called PRISm (Preserved Ratio Impaired Spirometry), and healthy individuals. Researchers will measure these f…

This study looks at how accurately people with thumb base osteoarthritis can sense their thumb's position and movement. Researchers will compare these measurements between 100 participants with arthritis and healthy volunteers. No treatment is given; the goal is simply to underst…

This study is translating and testing a questionnaire called the Outcome Expectations for Yoga (OEY) Scale into Turkish. The goal is to see if the Turkish version is a reliable and valid way to measure people's attitudes and beliefs about practicing yoga. The study will involve 2…

This study looks at 60 adults aged 35-75 with allergic or eosinophilic asthma to see if their symptoms, breathing problems, and frailty levels differ. Researchers will measure lung function, breathlessness, fatigue, and quality of life. The goal is to help health professionals de…

This study looks at how much the latissimus dorsi (a large back muscle) is activated during common rehabilitation exercises like rows and press-ups. Thirty healthy, active adults aged 18 to 40 will perform these exercises while muscle activity is recorded with sticky sensors on t…

This observational study at Hacettepe University will measure how the latissimus dorsi muscle activates during shoulder extension exercises using surface EMG. Thirty healthy adults aged 18-40 will perform resisted shoulder movements at different angles while muscle activity is re…

This study compares two computer programs (Eleveld and Schnider) that help doctors give the sedative propofol to patients on breathing machines in the ICU. The goal is to see which program keeps patients at the right sedation level more accurately and safely. Researchers will mon…

This study looks at how parents' catastrophic thinking about their child's pain influences treatment in children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA). Researchers will survey 50 children aged 7-18 and their parents to measure pain-related thoughts, feelings, and overall well-…

This study aims to translate and test a questionnaire called PASTUL, which helps people with scleroderma assess their own skin thickness. Researchers will enroll 50 Turkish-speaking adults with scleroderma to see if the Turkish version is accurate and reliable. The goal is to giv…

This study looks at how biological, psychological, and social factors affect physical performance in people with scleroderma. Researchers will test 50 children and adults using simple tasks like walking, stair climbing, and standing up from a chair. The goal is to find better way…

This study looks at how scleroderma affects chewing and swallowing in both children and adults. Researchers will use questionnaires and physical tests to measure these functions and understand the overall well-being of participants. The goal is to find better tools for assessing …

This study looks at 30 people who had ACL reconstruction surgery to see if having a knee extension deficit (not being able to fully straighten the knee) in the early weeks after surgery affects how well their thigh muscles recover strength. Participants are divided into two group…