Inonu University

This study looked at whether two forms of platelet-rich fibrin (I-PRF and C-PRF) can help thicken thin gums in 30 healthy adults undergoing a specific gum surgery technique. The researchers measured changes in gum thickness and the width of attached gum tissue using both manual a…

This study tested if wrestling shoes with built-in arch support could prevent flat feet in 88 adolescent male wrestlers over three years. Half wore the special shoes, half wore regular ones. The results showed that the arch-support shoes helped preserve normal foot structure duri…

This study looked at three different anesthesia methods in adults having septoplasty (nose surgery) to see which one causes less confusion and agitation when waking up. Only 3 people took part. The goal was to find the best way to help patients recover calmly and quickly.

This study tested whether teaching women in menopause about good sleep habits (sleep hygiene) could improve their sleep quality and reduce symptoms like hot flashes and mood changes. Seventy women who had not had a period for at least a year took part. They received face-to-face …

This study looked at whether feeding premature babies on a day-night schedule and giving them their mother's scent could help them get off breathing machines sooner. 150 premature babies on ventilators and their mothers took part. The results showed that these simple, natural app…

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. 97 first-year nursing students took part. The results showed that both music and breathing…

This study looked at whether hand massage techniques can reduce severe nausea and vomiting and improve quality of life in pregnant women with hyperemesis gravidarum. 70 hospitalized pregnant women took part. Researchers used a specific hand massage method called Su-jok to see if …

This study looked at whether adding a specific exercise routine to shock wave therapy helps people with tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis). Forty adults aged 39-65 with elbow pain lasting over 8 weeks were split into three groups: shock wave therapy alone, shock wave plus eccen…

This study tested a modified training program that combines watching movements, imagining movements, and doing 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 could m…

This study tested two materials—concentrated growth factor and collagen fleece—to see if they help the roof of the mouth heal better after gum graft surgery. 38 healthy adults took part, and the materials were placed on the wound and covered with a dressing. The goal was to reduc…

This study looked at whether basic body awareness therapy (gentle exercises focusing on how your body feels and moves) can help earthquake survivors improve their core muscle endurance, posture, balance, quality of life, and body awareness. Thirty adults aged 18-45 who lived thro…

This study tested a relaxation technique called guided imagery to help pregnant women manage nausea and vomiting. 106 women in their first trimester either received four sessions of guided imagery plus home practice or standard care. Results suggest the technique may reduce sympt…

This study looked at whether an 8-week mindfulness program could improve attention in 18 preschool children aged 60-72 months. Half the children took part in activities like breath awareness and gratitude exercises, while the other half did not. Their attention was measured befor…

This study tested whether inhaling thyme oil can improve asthma control and breathing in people with asthma. 156 adults took part, using either a thyme oil inhaler, a placebo (empty) inhaler, or no treatment for four days. Researchers measured symptoms like coughing and wheezing,…

This study tested whether a 10-week adapted physical education program could improve muscle strength and endurance in 46 adolescents with mild intellectual disability. Participants were split into two groups: one did the special exercise program plus regular school activities, wh…

This study looked at whether asking first-time mothers to create a birth story while in the labor room could help reduce their fear of childbirth and increase their comfort. Researchers enrolled 58 women who were having a vaginal birth. The goal was to see if this simple activity…

This study looked at whether a simple hand massage technique (similar to acupressure) can help pregnant women with low back pain feel better. 74 pregnant women with back pain received the massage, and researchers measured their pain and comfort levels. The goal was to see if this…

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 suggest VR may be a simple, drug-free way to improv…

This study tested whether a home-based program combining motor imagery (mentally practicing movements) and action observation (watching videos of movements) could help people with multiple sclerosis improve balance, walking, and fatigue. Twenty-nine adults with MS participated in…

This study looked at whether Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), a simple tapping method, could help pregnant women feel less anxious and fearful before a planned cesarean section. 53 women participated, and researchers measured their anxiety, surgical fear, and traumatic birth p…

This study looked at whether a practice called haptonomy—using gentle touch and music—could help pregnant women who had a previous pregnancy loss. 126 women in Turkey were split into two groups: one received haptonomy sessions, the other did not. Researchers measured their feelin…

This study tested whether a program combining cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing could help people with obesity reduce emotional eating and increase psychological resilience. 81 participants were randomly assigned to either the therapy program or a control…

This study tested whether applying olive oil to the skin can reduce itching in people undergoing hemodialysis. Sixty-eight patients were split into two groups: one applied olive oil to itchy areas three times a week for two weeks, while the other received no treatment. Itching se…

This study looked at whether giving children ibuprofen before a dental procedure for reversible pulpitis (a type of tooth inflammation) helps reduce pain during and after treatment. 46 children participated, and researchers measured pain using a simple 0-10 scale. The goal was to…

This study looked at whether doing one set or multiple sets of resistance exercises is better for improving strength and muscle size in men who don't exercise. 34 sedentary men were split into groups doing single-set training, multiple-set training, or no training. The goal was t…

This study looked at whether gum disease (gingivitis or periodontitis) can disturb the natural 'clock' genes in gum tissue. Researchers collected small gum samples from 60 healthy adults with similar sleep habits and compared gene activity between those with healthy gums, mild gu…

This study examined how conditions like diabetes, smoking, heart disease, and osteoporosis affect the health of dental implants. Researchers looked at 93 people with 314 implants that had been in place for at least three years. They found that these systemic factors can influence…

This study looked at whether adding a special sprint training program to regular basketball practice could improve lower-body power and agility in young male players. Twenty players aged 18-19 took part, with half doing the extra sprint drills for six weeks. The goal was to see i…

This study tested whether using an ultrasound on the carotid artery (a major blood vessel in the neck) during liver transplant surgery can help doctors assess the patient's fluid status and blood flow. 42 adults scheduled for elective liver transplant took part. The goal was to s…

This study tested a non-invasive light-based technique (near-infrared spectroscopy) to measure oxygen levels in the kidneys during liver transplant surgery. Researchers monitored 41 patients to see if this method could provide faster and more useful information about kidney funct…

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 in random order. They did sprint tests, jump tes…

This study looked at how a single family care education session affects parents and their at-risk newborns in the neonatal intensive care unit. 34 parent-baby pairs took part. Researchers measured parental depression, anxiety, care involvement, and baby pain at 10 days and at dis…

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, then tracked how …

This study looked at whether a role-playing training program could help midwifery students better recognize obstetric violence—mistreatment during childbirth—and improve their caring behaviors. 126 final-year students from two universities took part; half received the training an…

This study looked at whether face-to-face or online training could improve women's knowledge, attitudes, and shyness about cancer screening. 68 women aged 50-65 who were literate and had a smartphone took part. Researchers measured changes using questionnaires before and after th…

This study tested whether an 11-week program of WhatsApp messages and counseling could help new mothers feel more confident about breastfeeding, happier with their bodies, and adopt healthier lifestyles. 86 women in Turkey took part, with half receiving the WhatsApp support and h…

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, strength, balance, and mood using surveys and physical tests. The goal was to understand t…

This study looked at whether a short, low-intensity core warm-up could improve football skills like dribbling, passing, and shooting in 24 male youth players aged 15-16. Each player tried both a standard warm-up and a core-focused warm-up in one session. The goal was to see if th…

This study looked at whether a four-week exercise program could improve balance in 23 orchestra musicians. The exercises focused on mobilizing the body, and participants did them once or twice a week. Balance was measured using a virtual reality system before, during, and after t…

This study tested a web-based sexual education and counseling program for high school students aged 14-18. The goal was to see if the online program could improve teens' attitudes toward sexual education and increase their sexual health knowledge. The study involved 216 adolescen…

This study looked at how well sports massage, static stretching, and passive rest help teenage judo athletes recover after training. Thirteen boys aged 10-13 took part, and researchers measured things like heart rate, blood lactate, and jump height. They also checked if recovery …

This study compared two types of video laryngoscope blades (D-Blade and Macintosh blade) with a traditional direct laryngoscope for placing double-lumen breathing tubes in 252 patients with normal airways undergoing lung surgery. The main goal was to see which device allowed fast…

This study tested whether a microteaching method (short, focused teaching sessions) improves nursing students' urinary catheterization skills and satisfaction compared to standard training. Sixty nursing students were randomly assigned to either microteaching or regular instructi…

This study looked at how the fear of being without a smartphone (nomophobia) affects tiredness in muscles and thinking after physical activity. 90 young adults aged 18-25 took part. Researchers measured muscle responses and self-reported phone anxiety to see if higher nomophobia …

This study looked at whether a mental strategy called Mental Contrasting with Implementation Intentions (MCII) can boost university students' confidence to take part in tennis training. It also tested if adding WhatsApp reminders made the strategy work better. Twenty-two students…

This study looked at 20 young male judokas (ages 10-13) to see if core endurance is related 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, an…

This study looked at whether stress plays a role in gum disease around dental implants. Researchers measured stress hormones and anxiety levels in 62 adults with healthy implants, mild gum inflammation, or more serious implant-related gum disease. The goal was to understand how s…