Inonu University

This study compared two blood-derived treatments (I-PRF and C-PRF) for improving thin gum tissue during dental surgery. Thirty healthy adults with naturally thin gums received one of the treatments alongside a specialized surgical technique. Researchers measured changes in gum th…

This study tested whether watching educational videos could help people who have received a liver transplant better adapt to their condition and stick to their important medication schedule. Researchers worked with 90 transplant patients, giving some groups different video traini…

This study tested two different medical scopes used to look at the vocal cords right after thyroid surgery. Doctors wanted to see if a newer video scope is better than the traditional scope at checking for early nerve damage that can affect the voice. The study involved 102 patie…

This study tested a new computer system that uses a camera and artificial intelligence (AI) to predict if a hospital patient is at risk of falling. Researchers had 177 patients walk down a hallway while being recorded. The AI analyzed their walking patterns to see if it could spo…

This study tested whether a simple, daily warm footbath could help reduce the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Researchers worked with 92 young women who had PMS. One group soaked their feet in warm water daily for a week before their period for three months, while anothe…

This study tested whether an 11-week education and counseling program delivered through WhatsApp could help new mothers. Researchers wanted to see if the program improved mothers' confidence with breastfeeding, satisfaction with their postpartum bodies, healthy lifestyle habits, …

This study tested whether a gentle touch-based therapy called haptonomy could help pregnant women who had experienced a previous pregnancy loss. It aimed to see if the therapy could reduce their feelings of risk and distress and help them bond with their current baby. 126 women b…

This study tested whether listening to calming Nada Yoga music or squeezing a stress ball could help reduce anxiety and pain for women during routine Pap smear tests. It involved 128 women in Turkey who were randomly assigned to try one method, both, or neither during their test.…

This study tested whether a specific hand massage technique could help pregnant women with lower back pain. Researchers applied a seed-based therapy to points on the hand for one session and measured changes in pain and comfort levels. The goal was to see if this non-drug approac…

This study tested whether a special education program based on talk therapy could help people with obesity. The program aimed to reduce emotional eating and improve mental resilience. 81 participants were randomly assigned to either receive the 8-week program or be in a compariso…

This study tested two special materials to see if they could help the roof of the mouth heal better after a piece of tissue was taken for gum graft surgery. Thirty-eight healthy adults were split into three groups: one received a concentrated growth factor from their own blood, a…

This study tested whether inhaling thyme oil could help people with asthma breathe better and control their symptoms. Researchers worked with 156 hospitalized adults in Turkey, having some use thyme oil inhalers, some use empty inhalers, and some receive no special treatment for …

This study tested whether a simple, non-invasive technique called Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) could help reduce anxiety, surgical fear, and traumatic birth perceptions in pregnant women scheduled for a planned cesarean section. The technique involves gentle tapping on spec…

This study tested a new mental training program designed to help stroke survivors regain the use of their affected arm. Researchers compared a modified mental training program to a standard one to see which was better at improving arm movement, daily living skills, and quality of…

This study tested whether applying olive oil to the skin could reduce severe itching in people receiving hemodialysis treatment for kidney failure. Researchers compared 68 patients, with half applying olive oil to itchy areas for two weeks while the other half received usual care…

This study tested whether a mind-body therapy could help people who survived a major earthquake. Researchers worked with 30 adult survivors to see if exercises focused on body awareness could improve their core strength, posture, balance, and overall quality of life. One group re…

This study tested whether a specific hand massage technique could help pregnant women suffering from severe, persistent nausea and vomiting, known as hyperemesis gravidarum. Researchers worked with 70 hospitalized women to see if the massage reduced their symptoms and improved th…

This study looked at whether giving children ibuprofen before a specific dental treatment helps reduce pain they feel during the procedure. It involved 46 children aged 7-13 who needed treatment for a reversible toothache. Researchers compared pain levels in kids who received ibu…

This study tested whether a simple planning exercise could help university tennis students feel more confident about continuing their sports training. Researchers also checked if adding WhatsApp reminder messages made the planning exercise more effective. The study involved 22 un…

This study looked at whether using white noise or squeezing a stress ball during a routine fetal heart rate test could help reduce anxiety and fear in pregnant women scheduled for a planned cesarean section. Researchers worked with 168 women, dividing them into groups to test the…

This study tested which type of exercise works best with shock wave therapy to treat tennis elbow. Forty adults with persistent elbow pain received shock wave therapy weekly for five weeks. Some also did supervised exercises three times a week to see which combination best reduce…

This study aimed to see if listening to calming music or practicing a specific breathing technique could help reduce anxiety in first-year nursing students learning how to give IV drugs. Researchers tested 97 students, dividing them into groups that either listened to music, did …

This study tested if writing a personal birth story on a board in the labor room could help first-time mothers feel less fear and more comfort during childbirth. Researchers worked with 58 women in early labor, asking half to write their feelings and thoughts. They measured fear …

This study tested whether a web-based sexual education and counseling program could improve high school students' knowledge about sexual health and their attitudes toward sex education. Researchers worked with 216 teenagers, giving half the online program while the other half rec…

This study aimed to understand if a high fear of being without a smartphone, called nomophobia, makes young adults more susceptible to muscle stiffness and slower mental reactions after physical exercise. Researchers compared 90 young adults with high and low nomophobia levels by…

This study tested whether adding a special 6-week sprint training program to regular practice could help young basketball players jump higher and become more agile. Researchers split 20 male players into two groups: one did the extra sprint drills, and the other stuck to their no…

This study compared two types of video laryngoscope blades against the standard method for placing double-lumen breathing tubes during chest surgery. Researchers tested 252 patients with normal airways to see which blade helped place these special tubes faster and easier. The goa…

This study aimed to understand if patients with muscle loss (sarcopenia) need different amounts of a muscle relaxant drug during liver transplant surgery. Researchers observed three adult patients undergoing a transplant, measuring their muscle strength before surgery and trackin…

This study tested a non-invasive sensor to measure oxygen levels in the kidneys during liver transplant surgery. Researchers wanted to see if this real-time monitoring could help doctors spot early signs of kidney injury. The study observed 41 adult patients undergoing elective t…

This study aimed to find out if doing just one set of each exercise is as effective as doing multiple sets for men new to weight training. Researchers compared two workout groups—one doing single sets and one doing multiple sets—against a group that did no exercise. They measured…

This study tested whether using an ultrasound on the neck artery during surgery could help doctors better assess a liver transplant patient's fluid and blood flow status. Researchers monitored 42 adult patients undergoing planned liver transplants. The goal was to see if this met…

This study tested whether training sessions could help women feel more comfortable and knowledgeable about getting cancer screenings. Researchers compared face-to-face classes with online training for 68 women aged 50-65. The goal was to see if education could reduce shyness and …

This study looked at whether stress affects the health of tissues around dental implants. Researchers collected fluid samples from 62 people with healthy implants, mild inflammation, or more serious inflammation. They measured stress hormones and inflammation markers while also a…

This study tested whether a special training program could help student midwives better recognize and prevent mistreatment of women during childbirth, known as obstetric violence. Researchers gave 126 final-year midwifery students either a role-playing-based awareness training or…

This study aimed to understand if gum inflammation is linked to changes in the body's internal clock within the gums themselves. Researchers compared 60 adults with similar sleep patterns, who had either healthy gums, gingivitis, or more serious periodontitis. They analyzed small…