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Clinical trials sponsored by Hitit University, explained in plain language.
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Puppets vs. needles: can playtime ease Kids' pain at the doctor?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study is testing whether simple distractions like showing cartoons or using finger puppets can help reduce pain and fear in young children (ages 3-6) when they need to have their blood drawn. Researchers are comparing these playful methods to see which one works better at ma…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hitit University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:34 UTC
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Simple squeeze tested to calm men during prostate procedure
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is testing if using a simple stress ball can help men feel less pain and anxiety during a prostate biopsy. It will compare 66 men who use the ball during the procedure to those who do not. The goal is to find a low-cost, easy way to make this common medical test more c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hitit University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:32 UTC
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Can a 5-Minute breathing trick boost your workout?
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study aims to find out if a specific breathing warm-up helps athletes' breathing muscles work better during exercise. Researchers will compare a real breathing warm-up, a fake one, and no warm-up in 28 trained athletes. The goal is to see how long any benefit lasts and if it…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hitit University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:07 UTC