Inonu University

This study tests whether a blackberry extract mouthwash works as well as a standard antiseptic mouthwash (chlorhexidine) for treating gum disease. 48 adults with periodontitis will receive standard deep cleaning and then rinse with one of the mouthwashes or just plain water. Rese…

This study tests whether a mobile application can help breast cancer survivors prevent lymphedema, a common and often permanent swelling of the arm after surgery. Participants who had breast cancer surgery at least one month ago will be randomly assigned to use the app or receive…

This trial tests whether a magic show featuring a puppet named 'Kuco' can reduce pain and fear in children aged 5-8 during needle procedures like blood draws or IV insertion. Half of the 80 children will watch the magic show before and during the procedure, while the other half r…

This trial tests whether laughter yoga can improve emotional labor and quality of life in female nurses going through menopause. About 120 nurses aged 45 or older will be randomly assigned to either eight laughter yoga sessions over four weeks or no intervention. Researchers will…

This study tests whether reading a storybook or watching an animation video before a dental visit can reduce children's anxiety more than the standard 'Tell-Show-Do' method alone. About 90 children aged 4 to 8 will be split into three groups: one gets only Tell-Show-Do, one gets …

This study tests whether a specific hand massage technique, called Su-Jok seed therapy, can reduce pain and other symptoms like nausea in people with primary dysmenorrhea (painful periods). Researchers will apply the massage to 60 female students and measure pain levels before an…

This study tests whether wearing virtual reality glasses during IUD insertion can lower pain and anxiety. About 114 women will be randomly assigned to use the glasses or not. Researchers will measure pain on a 0-10 scale and anxiety with a standard questionnaire.

This study tests a virtual reality program where children with autism watch avatars of themselves doing social behaviors like making eye contact and then practice those behaviors. 75 children aged 6-11 will be split into three groups: one gets the VR training, one gets standard t…

This study tests a non-invasive treatment called transcutaneous tibial nerve stimulation for women with overactive bladder who cannot or will not take medication. Thirty women will receive either real or sham stimulation twice a week for six weeks. Researchers will measure change…

This study looks at whether a tooth-colored resin treatment, with or without mild enamel abrasion, can improve the appearance and reduce sensitivity of front teeth in children aged 6-14 with molar incisor hypomineralization (MIH). Fifty-five children will receive the treatment an…

This study tests whether applying St. John's Wort oil to the skin around the eyes can reduce swelling and bruising after rhinoplasty (nose job). 110 adults having nose surgery will be randomly assigned to get either the oil or standard care. Researchers will measure bruising and …

This study tests a 12-week physical activity program for children aged 6-10 living in temporary container cities after the February 2023 earthquakes in Turkey. The program includes fun, age-appropriate exercises guided by physiotherapists. Researchers will measure changes in the …

This study tests whether applying cabbage leaves to the knee can reduce pain, improve physical function, and boost quality of life in people with knee osteoarthritis. Researchers will compare two different cabbage leaf preparations against standard care in 90 adults over four wee…

This study looks at how six weeks of aerobic or resistance exercise changes inflammation and immune markers in 36 sedentary young women aged 18-30. Researchers will measure blood and saliva samples to see how each exercise type affects the body's defenses. The goal is to learn wh…

This study tests whether teaching breast self-examination using pictures, models, and hands-on demonstrations can increase breast cancer awareness and health motivation in illiterate women aged 15-49 living in rural Turkey. Participants receive face-to-face visual education and a…

This study looks at different materials used to preserve the jawbone after a tooth is removed. Forty adults will receive either a dentin graft, dentin plus hyaluronic acid, an allograft, or no graft at all. After 4 months, a small bone sample is taken during implant placement to …

This study compares two non-invasive methods for monitoring brain blood flow during liver transplant surgery: carotid Doppler ultrasound and near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS). The goal is to see if the simpler, cheaper ultrasound can replace the more expensive NIRS. The study inv…