Inonu University

This study tested whether injectable or concentrated platelet-rich fibrin (I-PRF and C-PRF) can thicken thin gums in 30 healthy adults undergoing gum surgery. Researchers measured changes in gum thickness and width of attached gum over time. The goal is to improve gum health and …

This study tested whether applying olive oil to the skin can relieve itching in people undergoing hemodialysis for kidney failure. Sixty-eight patients were split into two groups: one received olive oil applications for two weeks, the other received no treatment. The researchers …

This study tested a guided imagery program to help pregnant women manage nausea and vomiting. 106 women in their first trimester took part. The program included four sessions of relaxation and mental imagery, plus home practice. Results showed it reduced symptoms and improved psy…

This study looked at whether hand massage techniques can help pregnant women with hyperemesis gravidarum—a condition causing severe nausea and vomiting. Researchers enrolled 70 hospitalized pregnant women and applied a specific hand massage (Su-jok therapy). They measured changes…

This study looked at whether teaching women in menopause about good sleep habits (sleep hygiene) could improve their sleep quality and reduce common menopause symptoms like hot flashes and mood changes. Seventy women who had not had a period for at least a year and were not using…

This study tested whether inhaling thyme oil can improve asthma control and breathing in 156 adults with asthma. Participants used a thyme oil inhaler stick or a placebo (empty stick) three times daily for four days. The goal was to see if thyme oil reduces symptoms like wheezing…

This study tested a simple, non-invasive technique called Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), or tapping, on 53 pregnant women scheduled for a planned C-section. The goal was to see if tapping could lower their anxiety, fear of surgery, and feelings of a traumatic birth. Results …

This study looked at whether basic body awareness therapy could help earthquake survivors improve their core muscle endurance, posture, balance, quality of life, and body awareness. Thirty survivors aged 18-45 who experienced the February 2023 earthquakes in Turkey took part. Hal…

This study looked at whether a specific hand massage technique (Su-Jok) could help pregnant women with low back pain feel better. Researchers measured pain and comfort levels in 74 pregnant women. The goal was to see if this simple, non-drug approach could reduce pain and improve…

This study looked at whether asking first-time mothers to create a birth story while in the labor room could reduce their fear of childbirth and increase their comfort. 58 women with low-risk, planned vaginal births took part. Researchers measured fear and comfort using standard …

This study tested whether a program combining cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing could help people with obesity eat less in response to emotions and feel more resilient. 81 adults with obesity took part; half received the 8-week psychoeducation progr…

This study looked at whether applying a concentrated growth factor or a collagen patch to the roof of the mouth after gum graft surgery helps it heal faster and hurts less. 38 healthy adults were split into three groups: one got the growth factor, one got the collagen patch, and …

This study looked at three different anesthesia methods to see which one causes less agitation after septoplasty (nose surgery). Only 3 adults took part. The goal was to find the best way to keep patients calm and comfortable as they wake up from surgery.

This study looked at whether adding a specific exercise routine to shockwave therapy can better reduce pain and improve function in people with tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis). Forty adults aged 39-65 with elbow pain lasting more than 8 weeks took part. They were split into …

This study tested a modified training program that combines watching movements, imagining movements, and doing arm exercises to help stroke survivors improve arm function. 46 people who had a stroke within the past 1 to 6 months took part. The goal was to see if this approach cou…

This study looked at whether giving children ibuprofen before a dental procedure for a sore tooth (reversible pulpitis) helps reduce pain during treatment. 46 children participated. The goal was to see if pre-treatment with ibuprofen lowers pain and stress compared to not taking …

This study looked at whether a practice called haptonomy (gentle touch with music) can help pregnant women who have had a previous pregnancy loss. 126 women in their second trimester took part. Half received haptonomy sessions, and the other half did not. The goal was to see if i…

This study looked at whether listening to music or doing a simple breathing exercise (the 4-7-8 technique) could help nursing students feel less anxious while learning how to give IV drugs. About 97 first-year nursing students took part. Some listened to Turkish classical music d…

This study tested whether wearing virtual reality glasses during a routine postpartum uterine tone assessment could lower anxiety and pain while increasing comfort. 146 women within 24 hours of giving birth participated. Results aim to show if a simple, non-drug distraction can i…

This study looked at how posture habits and awareness are connected to physical activity, depression, and fitness in 74 healthy university students aged 18-35. Researchers measured posture, trunk strength, endurance, balance, and mood using surveys and physical tests. The goal wa…

This study tested whether video-based education helps liver transplant patients adapt to their disease and take their immunosuppressive medications correctly. 90 adult liver transplant recipients were split into three groups: one received video training based on the Health Belief…

This study tested a web-based sexual education and counseling program for high school students aged 14-18. Researchers measured changes in teens' attitudes toward sexual education and their knowledge of sexual health. The program was delivered online, and results were compared to…

This study looked at 20 young male judokas aged 10-13 to see if core endurance is linked to how far they can throw a medicine ball and how well they can balance on one leg. Researchers measured core endurance with timed holds, explosive power with a backward overhead throw, and b…

This study tested whether a role-playing training program could help midwifery students better recognize obstetric violence and improve their caring behaviors. 126 final-year students from two universities took part; half received the training and half did not. Researchers measur…

This study looked at whether a simple mental strategy called MCII (Mental Contrasting with Implementation Intentions) can help university students feel more confident about joining and sticking with tennis training. Researchers also tested if adding WhatsApp reminders made the st…

This study tested a non-invasive method using near-infrared light to measure kidney oxygen levels during liver transplant surgery in 41 adults. The goal was to see if this technique could provide faster and more useful information about kidney function than traditional methods li…

This study compared two types of blades (D-Blade and Macintosh blade) used with a video laryngoscope for placing a special breathing tube (double-lumen tube) in patients with normal airways undergoing lung surgery. A total of 252 adults participated. The main goal was to see how …

This study tested whether using ultrasound to measure blood flow in the carotid artery during liver transplant surgery can help doctors assess the patient's fluid status. 42 adults having planned liver transplants took part. The goal was to see if this method is useful, not to pr…

This study looked at whether taking creatine and L-arginine together, just once, can improve short bursts of exercise and mental reaction time in healthy, active men. Eighteen men tried each supplement alone, together, or a placebo, then did sprint, jump, and brain tests. The goa…

This study tested whether an 11-week program of educational videos and counseling delivered via WhatsApp could help new mothers feel more confident about breastfeeding, more satisfied with their bodies, and adopt healthier lifestyles. 86 postpartum women participated, with half r…

This study looked at how the fear of being without a smartphone (nomophobia) affects tiredness in muscles and thinking after physical activity. Researchers measured muscle responses and fatigue in 90 young adults aged 18-25. The goal was to see if people with higher nomophobia le…

This study looked at whether stress hormones in the fluid around dental implants are linked to gum disease. Researchers measured cortisol, DHEA, and other markers in 62 adults with healthy implants, mild gum inflammation, or more serious implant-related gum disease. They also use…

This study looked at whether doing one set or multiple sets of strength exercises works better for men who don't exercise. 34 sedentary men were split into groups doing single-set, multiple-set, or no training. Researchers measured changes in muscle strength, size, and jump perfo…

This study looked at whether adding a special sprint training program to regular basketball practice helps young players improve their jumping power and agility. Twenty male basketball players aged 18-19 took part. Half did the extra sprint training for six weeks, while the other…

This completed study looked at 3 liver transplant patients to see if muscle loss (sarcopenia) changes how the body responds to the muscle relaxant rocuronium. Researchers measured hand grip strength and used a questionnaire to diagnose sarcopenia before surgery. The goal was to f…

This study looked at whether a one-time family care education session for parents of babies in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) could improve outcomes. 34 parent-baby pairs took part. Researchers measured parental depression, anxiety, care participation, and baby pain at 1…

This study looked at whether face-to-face or online training helps women aged 50-65 learn more about cancer screening and feel less shy about it. 68 women who could read and had a smartphone took part. Researchers measured their knowledge, attitude, and shyness before and after t…

This study looked at how conditions like diabetes, smoking, heart disease, and osteoporosis affect the health of dental implants. Researchers examined 93 people with 314 implants that had been in place for at least three years. They measured gum inflammation, plaque buildup, and …

This study looked at whether gum disease (gingivitis or periodontitis) changes how the body's natural clock works in gum tissue. Researchers studied 60 healthy adults with similar sleep patterns. They collected small gum tissue samples and measured clock-related genes and protein…

This study looked at whether a teaching method called microteaching helps nursing students get better at placing urinary catheters and feel more satisfied with their training. Sixty nursing students were split into two groups: one learned the usual way, and the other used microte…

This study tested whether a computer system using cameras and machine learning could predict fall risk in adults. 177 people who could walk with or without help had their walking recorded by a camera and a phone accelerometer. The system analyzed their gait and combined it with a…

This study looked at 102 adults who had thyroid surgery to see which tool—a video laryngoscope or a standard laryngoscope—is better for checking vocal cord movement right after the operation. The goal was to find a more reliable and gentle way to spot early voice box issues. Resu…