Inonu University

This study tests a new approach for frozen shoulder: instead of exercising the painful shoulder, participants will do resistance exercises with their healthy arm. Researchers want to see if this 'cross training' can improve strength, movement, and daily function in the affected s…

This study looks at two different exercise programs for people over 65: dual-task training (doing two things at once) and action observation therapy (watching and then copying movements). The goal is to see which one better improves balance, walking, thinking skills, and quality …

This study looks at whether a mindfulness-based self-compassion program can help first-time pregnant women feel less fear about childbirth, reduce pregnancy stress, and increase comfort. About 80 women who are 28 weeks or further along in their first pregnancy will take part. The…

This study explores whether combining virtual reality-based motor imagery with standard exercise can reduce pain, improve sleep, and boost quality of life in people with fibromyalgia. About 28 adults aged 18-60 with fibromyalgia will participate. The goal is to see if this non-dr…

This study looks at whether teaching women about their genital anatomy can help them feel better about their appearance and improve their sexual quality of life. Researchers will enroll 80 women aged 18-49 who have a low opinion of their genitals. Half will receive education, and…

This study tests whether an 8-week mindfulness program can reduce hot flashes and improve sleep in menopausal women. About 90 women aged 45-60 with hot flashes and poor sleep will either take the program or receive no treatment. The program includes weekly online sessions with br…

This study tests two simple, non-drug methods—cold spray and a vibrating Buzzy device—to reduce pain and fear during penicillin injections. About 90 adults will be randomly assigned to one of three groups to see which approach works best. The goal is to make routine shots more co…

This study looks at whether taking L-tyrosine and caffeine, alone or together, can help elite boxers think faster and perform better. Eighteen male boxers will try each supplement in a random order, with a break between sessions. Researchers will measure reaction time, accuracy, …

This study tests whether a midwife-led digital follow-up program can reduce postpartum depression and improve breastfeeding success in women who had a C-section. About 104 women will either get the digital program or standard care. The goal is to see if extra support through phon…

This study tests two non-drug methods—a device called ShotBlocker and a tapping technique called Helfer—to see if they can reduce pain and fear during hormone injections in breast cancer patients. 99 women will be randomly assigned to one of three groups. The goal is to find a si…

This study looks at whether virtual art therapy can help 62 patients in the coronary intensive care unit (ICU) feel less angry, anxious, and confused. Patients will use a tablet or screen to create art, and researchers will measure changes in vital signs, delirium risk, and menta…

This study looks at whether four weekly motivational interviewing sessions can reduce menopause myths and help postmenopausal women experience personal growth. 96 women who had their last period 12 to 36 months ago will take part. Half will get the talking sessions, and half will…

This study looks at whether following a strict gluten-free diet helps teenagers with celiac disease think faster, move better, and feel less tired. Researchers will compare teens who stick to the diet, those who don't, and healthy teens. The goal is to understand how diet affects…

This study looks at how a disrupted body clock (like in night-shift workers) affects gum inflammation. Researchers will measure clock proteins and immune markers in gum fluid from 116 adults with healthy gums or gingivitis. The goal is to understand the link between circadian rhy…

This study looks at why some people with type 2 diabetes develop painful nerve damage while others do not. Researchers will measure how the central nervous system processes pain in 128 adults aged 18-80 who have had diabetes for at least one year. The goal is to better understand…

This study looks at how well stroke survivors can imagine movements (motor imagery) and how that relates to neglect, arm function, daily activities, and quality of life. Researchers will assess 50 people who had a stroke 1-6 months ago using tests of motor skills, neglect, and im…

This study will test whether an online learning method called Watch-Summarize-Question-Ask (WSQA) helps nursing students learn how to prevent patient falls. Sixty-six nursing students will be split into two groups: one gets standard safety training, the other gets the WSQA method…