Hakkari Universitesi
Clinical trials sponsored by Hakkari Universitesi, explained in plain language.
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Toys beat needle jabs: liquid hourglass and spiky ball soothe Kids' blood draw fears
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether giving children aged 4-6 a liquid hourglass or a spiky ball toy during a blood draw can lower their pain, fear, and anxiety. 120 children were randomly assigned to use one of the toys or receive standard care. The goal was to see if these simple distr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hakkari Universitesi • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 05:46 UTC
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Foot reflexology shows promise for stroke recovery comfort
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether reflexology (a type of foot massage) can reduce pain, improve sleep, and stabilize vital signs in people who have had a stroke. Seventy adults were split into two groups: one received 12 reflexology sessions over six weeks plus usual care, the other r…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hakkari Universitesi • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:00 UTC
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Gentle touch: foot massage and lavender oil show promise for kids with cerebral palsy
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether aromatherapy (lavender oil foot massage) or reflexology (pressing specific points on the feet) could reduce pain and improve sleep in 90 children with cerebral palsy, aged 6 to 12. The children were split into three groups: one got aromatherapy, one g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hakkari Universitesi • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 05, 2026 11:54 UTC