Hacettepe University

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 two non-surgical methods to treat peri-implantitis, a condition where gum infection and bone loss occur around dental implants. Sixty adults with infected implants will receive cleaning with either a chitosan brush (made from natural shrimp shells) or a standa…

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 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 an exercise program called BETY in 48 children and adults with scleroderma. The program focuses on physical, mental, and social well-being. Researchers will measure skin tightness, walking ability, and overall quality of life to see if the exercises help reduce s…

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 mentally practicing walking while watching videos of people walking can improve how people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) start walking and their overall walking pattern. Twenty adults with MS will be split into two groups: one watches walking videos and im…

This study looks at whether using a mobile app that gives visual feedback during breathing exercises helps lung cancer patients who just had part of their lung removed. About 40 adults will try breathing exercises with and without the app to see which approach improves motivation…

This study compares different exercise approaches for people with idiopathic lumbar scoliosis who also have chronic low back pain. Researchers will measure changes in back muscle tissue thickness, pain levels, and daily function. The goal is to find which exercises work best to e…

This study compares three rehabilitation approaches for people recovering from stroke: mirror therapy, cognitive orientation to daily performance (CO-OP), and conventional occupational therapy. 45 adults with subacute or chronic stroke will receive one of these therapies for 4 we…

This study tests whether using a virtual reality (VR) headset before surgery can lower anxiety and improve vital signs in women with gynecologic cancer. About 66 women will be randomly assigned to either watch a calming VR scene or receive standard care. Researchers will measure …

This study tests whether vestibular (balance) exercises can reduce fatigue in people who have had a stroke. Thirty adults who had a stroke at least 6 months ago will either do standard rehab or a special balance exercise program three times a week. Researchers will measure fatigu…

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 tests if a treatment called CRET (capacitive and resistive electrical transfer) can help elite soccer players with hamstring strains get back to playing sooner. The therapy uses electrical energy to promote healing. Researchers will measure how many days it takes for p…

This study looks at whether arm aerobic exercises can reduce stiffness in the arteries of women who have had breast cancer. Cancer treatments can harm blood vessels, and exercise might help. The study will include 18 women and measure artery health using a simple, non-invasive te…

This study compares different exercise programs to see which best reduces pain, improves thinking, and changes brain structure in people with chronic neck pain. Researchers will also check blood markers. 21 adults aged 20-65 with neck pain for at least 3 months can join.

This study tests if adding rigid tape to a 4-week exercise program can reduce shoulder pain and improve movement in people with acromioclavicular (AC) joint degeneration. About 28 adults with shoulder pain will be randomly assigned to receive either taping plus exercise or exerci…

This study looks at whether drinking coffee after a cesarean section can lower the chance of getting a spinal headache and reduce the need for pain medicine. About 82 women having a C-section will be asked to drink coffee after surgery. The goal is to see if this simple drink can…

This study looks at whether the BETY exercise program, which combines physical exercises with pain and emotion management, can improve pain and function in people with knee osteoarthritis who recently received a knee injection. About 60 adults with moderate knee OA will take part…

This study looks at whether adding special breathing exercises (inspiratory muscle training) to standard scoliosis exercises (Schroth method) can improve breathing, posture, balance, and quality of life in teenage girls with scoliosis. About 45 participants aged 10-18 will be ran…

This study tests whether adding strengthening exercises for specific shoulder muscles to standard rehabilitation can improve pain, movement, and quality of life for people who have had reverse shoulder replacement surgery. About 27 adults scheduled for this surgery will be random…

This study compares two common treatments for trigger finger (a condition where a finger gets stuck in a bent position). Researchers will test whether shockwave therapy or a finger splint works better to reduce pain and improve hand function. The study involves 54 adults with mil…

This study looks at how scleroderma affects physical abilities and daily functioning in both children and adults. Researchers will measure walking, stair climbing, and other activities to understand the challenges patients face. The goal is to find better ways to support disease …

This study looks at how scleroderma affects chewing and swallowing in both children and adults. Researchers will measure things like mouth opening, swallowing ability, and overall well-being. The goal is to find better ways to assess and support patients with these challenges.

This study looks at whether having trouble fully straightening the knee in the first weeks after ACL reconstruction affects how well the thigh muscle (quadriceps) recovers strength. Researchers will compare two groups of 30 patients: those with a knee extension deficit greater th…

This study observes 30 healthy adults to measure how the latissimus dorsi (a large back muscle) activates during shoulder extension exercises at different arm angles. Participants will perform resisted shoulder movements while muscle activity is recorded with sensors on the skin.…

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 study looks at how body awareness and trunk (core) stability are linked to arm and hand function in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). Researchers will measure these abilities in 50 adults with MS and compare them to healthy volunteers. The goal is to better understand the…

This study looks at whether a teaching method called 'reverse case studies' helps final-year nursing students feel more prepared for their jobs. About 84 students will be randomly placed into either a group that gets this new training or a waiting list. Researchers will measure t…

This study follows 80 people aged 13 to 45 who had ACL knee surgery using either a quadriceps or hamstring tendon graft. Researchers measure leg muscle strength at 4, 8, and 12 weeks, and again at 6 months after surgery. The goal is to see if one graft type leads to faster or bet…

This study looks at 60 adults aged 35-75 with either allergic or eosinophilic asthma to see if their symptoms, breathing problems, and frailty levels differ. Researchers will use questionnaires and breathing tests to gather data. The goal is to help health professionals design be…

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

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 looks at how different types of meals before exercise affect amino acid levels and metabolic control in adults with classic phenylketonuria (PKU). Ten participants will do aerobic and resistance exercises after eating different test meals. The goal is to find the best …

This study looks at how parents' worries and thoughts about their child's pain from juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) might influence the child's treatment and daily life. Researchers will survey 50 children aged 7-18 with JIA and their parents to understand these connections. …

This study looks at how satisfied and comfortable patients are when they are awake while a breathing tube is placed. Researchers will ask 100 adults to rate their experience on a simple 1-to-5 scale. The goal is to learn what works well and what could be improved for future proce…

This study checks if a questionnaire about people's beliefs and expectations about yoga works well in Turkish. About 200 adults will fill out the survey and a mindfulness test. No yoga practice or treatment is involved—just answering questions to help researchers understand attit…

This study looks at how well people with COPD or a condition called PRISM (impaired lung function with a normal ratio) can exercise, how strong their muscles are, and how their arteries work. Researchers will compare these groups to healthy adults to learn more about the differen…

This study looks at two different computer programs (called Eleveld and Schnider) that help doctors give the right amount of sedation medicine (propofol) to patients on breathing machines in the ICU. The goal is to see which program keeps patients at the right sedation level more…

This study looks at how well people with thumb base osteoarthritis can sense their thumb's position and movement, compared to healthy individuals. Researchers will measure joint position sense and pinch accuracy in 100 participants. No treatment is given—this is an observational …