Hitit University
Clinical trials sponsored by Hitit University, explained in plain language.
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Less fluid, faster recovery for newborns with rapid breathing?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether giving less fluid to newborns with transient tachypnea (rapid breathing) helps them recover faster. Fifty babies born at 34 weeks or later were randomly assigned to receive either restricted or standard fluid therapy. The main goals were to see how long …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hitit University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Simple discharge lesson boosts hysterectomy recovery, study finds
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a special discharge education program based on Orem's Self-Care Theory helps women recover better after a hysterectomy. Sixty-four women who had the surgery (but not for cancer) took part. Half received the enhanced teaching, and half got standard instru…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hitit University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 13, 2026 15:58 UTC
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Virtual reality could ease shoulder pain without surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether adding virtual reality exercises to standard physical therapy helps people with partial shoulder tendon tears. 49 adults with shoulder pain were split into two groups: one did regular therapy, the other also used VR. The goal was to see if VR could reduc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hitit University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 04, 2026 16:17 UTC
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Brain scans reveal schroth exercise effects on scoliosis
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how Schroth exercises, a special type of physical therapy for scoliosis, affect brain structure and body awareness in teenage girls with mild scoliosis. Researchers compared Schroth exercises to traditional exercises in 54 girls aged 10-18. The goal was to se…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hitit University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:56 UTC
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Breast cancer lessons boost awareness in prison
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether teaching women in prison about breast cancer helps them understand it better. Forty women took part and answered questions before and after the lessons. The results showed that the education improved their knowledge and awareness of breast cancer.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hitit University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:55 UTC
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Video laryngoscope vs. traditional tool: which is faster for new doctors?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested two devices used to place breathing tubes in adults having planned surgery. It compared a video laryngoscope (with a camera and tube guide) to the standard direct-view tool, focusing on how quickly and successfully new doctors could insert the tube. The goal was…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hitit University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:03 UTC
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Hockey players try VR workouts to boost game performance
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether adding virtual reality exercises to regular hockey training could help young players improve their balance, ankle movement, agility, and shooting accuracy. Thirty youth hockey players, aged 16 to 25, were split into two groups: one did only routine tr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hitit University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 07, 2026 18:39 UTC