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Clinical trials sponsored by Istanbul University, explained in plain language.
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Virtual reality workouts for back pain: no clinic needed?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study compares two ways to do core stabilization exercises for people with long-term low back pain. One group does exercises at home using a virtual reality app with video calls, while the other group does the same exercises in person at a clinic. The goal is to see if the v…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Istanbul University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 05:31 UTC
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Yoga from home boosts lung cancer recovery, study finds
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether an 8-week online yoga program can help people with lung cancer recover after lung surgery. About 40 adults who had surgery for early-stage lung cancer will either take live yoga classes from home or continue with standard care. Researchers will measure wa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Istanbul University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:00 UTC
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New lens system aims to sharpen vision after cataract surgery
Symptom relief OngoingThis study evaluates a new preloaded lens and injector system for cataract surgery. It involves 200 adults aged 40 and older who need cataract surgery. The goal is to see if the new system helps achieve clear vision without glasses and is easy for surgeons to use.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Istanbul University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 04, 2026 16:31 UTC
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Can VR gaming help duchenne patients? small study seeks answers
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is testing a virtual reality game designed specifically for people with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Six participants will play the game once using a VR headset and hand tracking. Researchers will measure how easy and enjoyable the game is, and whether it causes any di…
Sponsor: Istanbul University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 12, 2026 13:43 UTC
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Can a smartphone app help predict FMF attacks? new study investigates.
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study will enroll 40 children aged 8-18 with Familial Mediterranean Fever (FMF) to see if a mobile app can help track infection symptoms and predict disease flares. Participants will record symptoms daily, and researchers will analyze the link between infections and attacks.…
Sponsor: Istanbul University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:38 UTC