Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa

This study compares standard Schroth exercises with a virtual reality version of the same exercises in teens aged 10–15 with mild adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (curves of 10–30 degrees). The goal is to see if adding VR improves spinal alignment, trunk rotation, and mobility mor…

This study tested a care bundle—a set of steps including nurse training, hand washing, and special cleaning solutions—to prevent IV-related problems like swelling and vein inflammation in children. Researchers compared 200 kids in the emergency department who either got the care …

This study tested a technology addiction prevention program for first-year university students who were already at risk for technology addiction. The program aimed to reduce internet addiction, screen time, and increase physical activity. Researchers measured changes using survey…

This study tested a 'SECURE Care Bundle' to prevent skin injuries caused by medical tape used to hold central venous catheters in place. Researchers compared 46 children who received the bundle (skin checks, risk assessment, proper tape application/removal, and a silicone-based r…

This study investigates whether structured laughter therapy—using simulated laughter and breathing exercises—can improve psychological well-being, life satisfaction, and mental health in people over 65 living in a nursing home. Participants are randomly assigned to receive laught…

This study tests whether watching a short, AI-generated relaxing video can improve breastfeeding confidence, motivation, and effectiveness in first-time mothers. Forty-six women who give birth vaginally will be randomly assigned to either watch the video or receive standard care.…

This study tested whether watching calming nature videos through virtual reality glasses or doing progressive muscle relaxation exercises could reduce anxiety in high-risk pregnant women during a non-stress test (NST). 126 women were randomly assigned to one of three groups: VR, …

This study compares core stabilization exercises to a daily physical activity program in children aged 10-18 with juvenile spondyloarthropathy, a type of arthritis. The goal is to see if targeted core training can reduce pain, fatigue, and improve quality of life better than gene…

This study tested whether teaching children aged 9-12 how to manage their time during haemodialysis can reduce their anxiety and fear. Twenty children were split into two groups: one received the training, the other got usual care. Researchers measured anxiety and fear levels bef…

This study tested whether doing active hamstring stretches for 10 minutes a day, five days a week for six weeks, could reduce muscle tension in the lower back of office workers. Fifty-two desk workers who sat at least 5 hours daily participated. Researchers measured muscle activi…

This study tested whether fun, animation-based breathing exercises can improve physical and mental health in 130 school children aged 8 to 12. Kids followed guided breathing videos, and researchers measured chest expansion, cough strength, walking speed, stress levels, and attent…

This study tested whether listening to white noise or having quiet time during labor can reduce pain, stress, and improve satisfaction. Researchers studied 159 first-time mothers in Turkey, exposing them to white noise or quiet time at specific points during active labor. The goa…

This study tested whether an ultrasound-guided belly muscle nerve block (TAP block) can reduce pain and movement during a minimally invasive heart valve replacement (TAVI). Fifty adults having elective TAVI received either the block plus sedation or sedation alone. The goal was t…

This pilot study tested whether a four-week online ergonomic training and hand exercise program is practical and beneficial for office workers. Thirty-five desk-based workers participated, doing supervised hand exercises twice a week plus home practice. Researchers measured grip …

This study looked at whether spinal manipulation combined with connective tissue massage can reduce pain, menstrual symptoms, depression, and sleep problems in women with primary dysmenorrhea (painful periods). Seventy-five women were split into three groups: one received both tr…

This study tested whether applying acupressure to a specific point on the hip for one minute before an intramuscular injection could reduce pain, fear, and improve satisfaction. Sixty-eight adults receiving a diclofenac shot were randomly assigned to acupressure or standard care.…

This study tested whether adding a wearable posture feedback device to an exercise program helps office workers with chronic neck pain. 52 participants did exercises for 8 weeks, with half also wearing a device that buzzed when they slouched. The goal was to see if the device imp…

This study tested two different exercise programs in 28 children and teens with rheumatic diseases like juvenile arthritis and familial Mediterranean fever. One program used external focus (thinking about the movement's effect), the other used internal focus (thinking about the b…

This study compared two types of pain blocks given before surgery to children aged 6 months to 12 years having lower belly or groin surgery. The blocks use numbing medicine to reduce pain after the operation. Researchers measured how much extra pain medicine the children needed a…

This study tested whether using a vibrating device, alone or with a cold gel pack, could reduce pain and anxiety when chest tubes are removed after coronary artery bypass surgery. 93 patients were split into three groups: vibration only, vibration plus cold, or standard care. Res…

This study tested whether adding motor imagery training (mentally practicing movements) to a standard exercise program, delivered via tele-rehabilitation, could improve posture, pain, depression, and quality of life in 35 young adults with postural kyphosis (excessive rounding of…

This study tested whether giving two routine vaccine shots at the same time causes less pain in infants than giving them one after the other. Researchers watched 110 babies and scored their pain using a standard scale. The goal is to find a simple way to make vaccination less unc…

This study tested two ways of using action observation therapy to help children with cerebral palsy improve their balance, walking, and daily movement. Twenty-two children aged 6 to 18 watched videos of motor tasks either in real time (synchronous) or with a delay (asynchronous) …

This study tested whether squeezing a stress ball during a gynecologic exam reduces pain and anxiety. 141 women aged 18-35 who had a Pap smear were randomly assigned to use a stress ball or not. The goal was to see if this simple technique could improve the patient experience and…

This study looked at whether adding platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections to a supervised exercise program helps people with knee osteoarthritis more than exercise alone. 84 adults aged 40-70 with moderate knee arthritis took part. Researchers measured pain, function, and movemen…

This study tested two simple home treatments for early-stage knee osteoarthritis: a structured exercise program versus a topical pain-relief gel (diclofenac). 83 adults aged 40-70 participated. The goal was to see which approach better reduces pain and improves daily function, he…

This study tested whether applying gentle heat—via a warm towel or a cherry pit pillow—to a baby's belly could reduce colic symptoms. Researchers compared these methods to standard care in 75 infants under 3 months old. They tracked crying, sleeping, and feeding patterns to see i…

This study tested whether doing gentle neck exercises for 10 days after thyroid surgery could reduce pain and improve quality of life. 93 adults who had their thyroid removed were split into two groups: one did the exercises, the other received standard care. Researchers measured…

This study looked at whether gardening activities (horticultural therapy) can reduce loneliness and improve life satisfaction in older adults living in nursing homes. 54 people aged 60 and older took part. The therapy involved hands-on gardening to encourage social interaction an…

This study looked at 45 people with knee osteoarthritis to see which combination of exercises works best for reducing pain and improving movement. Participants were split into three groups, each doing different mixes of strengthening, stretching, and biking exercises. The goal wa…

This study tested whether gentle abdominal massage could reduce common stomach problems like vomiting, bloating, and poor digestion in children aged 1 to 24 months who are on breathing machines and feeding tubes in the pediatric ICU. Nurses gave the massage and tracked things lik…

This study tested whether playing special rehabilitative games (SmartPose) could help stroke survivors recover arm and hand function. 34 people who had an ischemic stroke took part. One group did standard therapy plus SmartPose games, while the other did only standard therapy. Th…

This study tested if chewing gum or walking before a colonoscopy helps clean the bowel better and makes patients more satisfied. 168 adults were split into three groups: standard prep, gum chewing, or walking. The goal was to see if these simple activities improve the quality of …

This study tested a specially designed corset to help people with colorectal cancer feel more comfortable during continuous 5-FU chemotherapy. Forty patients were split into two groups: one used the corset, the other received standard care. Researchers measured discomfort, anxiet…

This study looked at whether giving patients menthol ice or frozen saline after lumbar disc surgery could reduce thirst and sore throat. 102 adults who had surgery under general anesthesia took part. The researchers measured thirst discomfort and throat pain to see if these simpl…

This study looked at whether a structured physical activity program could improve motor skills and social abilities in autistic children aged 8 to 12. Forty children from a special education school took part. The program focused on exercises to boost physical fitness and daily li…

This study looked at whether giving babies more frequent diaper-free breaks helps heal diaper rash and makes moms feel more confident. 130 infants with mild rash were split into two groups: one had 5 minutes of air exposure 6 times a day, the other 12 times a day. Researchers tra…

This study tested whether teaching people about how pain works (pain neuroscience education) could improve shoulder pain and daily function. 42 adults with rotator cuff shoulder pain received either exercise alone or exercise plus pain education over 6 weeks. The goal was to see …

This study looked at whether a small chest muscle, the pectoralis minor, plays a role in shoulder pain common after a stroke. Nineteen stroke survivors with shoulder pain received injections into the muscle and nearby joint area. Researchers measured pain levels and shoulder move…

This study tested whether showing patients a virtual tour of the surgical environment before their orthopedic surgery could lower their anxiety and boost satisfaction. 70 adults with no prior surgery experience participated. Researchers measured anxiety and satisfaction levels be…

This study looked at whether yoga can reduce pelvic pain and improve quality of life for women with endometriosis. Sixty women who had pelvic pain for at least six months took part. They practiced yoga and reported their pain and well-being using standard questionnaires. The goal…

This completed study tested whether Reiki, a gentle touch therapy, can reduce pain, anxiety, and improve recovery in 64 patients who had colorectal cancer surgery. Patients received Reiki sessions after surgery, and researchers measured their pain, anxiety levels, and vital signs…

This study tested two exercise programs for teenagers with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA): one supervised by a physiotherapist and one delivered through a personalized mobile app. Fifty-four participants aged 12-18 were split into two groups and followed for 12 weeks. The go…

This completed study compared three common treatments for knee osteoarthritis (gonarthrosis) in 82 adults aged 40–65. Participants received either platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections, topical diclofenac gel, or a structured exercise program for 6 weeks. The goal was to see whic…

This study tested whether adding a topical gel (diclofenac) to a supervised exercise program helps knee osteoarthritis pain more than exercise or gel alone. 79 adults aged 40-65 with mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis took part. The results could help doctors recommend better n…

This study investigates whether a portable, affordable hand dynamometer can reliably measure trunk muscle strength in adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis. Researchers will test the device on 41 teens aged 10-18, comparing results between two evaluators and across two sessions o…

This study compares two passive warm-up methods—infrared heating and therapeutic massage—to see which one improves balance and jump performance better. One hundred healthy adults aged 18-35 will do a short cycling warm-up followed by either infrared or massage, then be tested on …

This study is surveying 269 young adults aged 18-24 to see if there is a connection between their understanding of artificial intelligence (AI literacy) and their knowledge about sexual health (sexual health literacy). Participants will fill out questionnaires about their backgro…

This study looks at whether doing simple mobility tests (like standing up from a chair or walking a short distance) over a video call works as well as doing them in person. Researchers will test 180 people—older adults aged 65+ and younger adults aged 18-44—to see if remote asses…

This study looked back at records of 200 adults who had heart valve surgery to see if treating gum disease beforehand lowered their risk of infection or death after the operation. Researchers checked dental X-rays and medical charts from 2015 to 2024. The goal is to understand if…

This study tested a smartwatch and mobile app platform called Pedi@Ctivity to track physical activity in 362 adolescents, including those with chronic rheumatic disease. The goal was to collect big data and use AI to analyze activity patterns and create personalized exercise prog…

This study looked at whether signals from the heart and brain during transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) can predict which people with major depression will get better. Thirty-two adults received an accelerated TMS treatment over 5-8 days while their heart rate was monitored …

This study looked at whether a newly developed balance assessment system gives accurate and repeatable results. Forty healthy adults aged 18-25 took part in balance tests on two different devices, one week apart. The goal was to see if the new system works as well as an existing …

This study checks if a new balance assessment system gives consistent results in teenagers with scoliosis. Forty participants aged 12-18 with mild to moderate curves will perform balance tests twice, one week apart. The goal is to see if the tool is reliable for measuring postura…

This study looked at 194 university students aged 18-30 to see how smartphone and digital game addiction relates to physical activity, sleep quality, stress, fatigue, and muscle or joint pain. Participants filled out questionnaires about their habits and health. The goal is to un…

This study looked at 128 children aged 2-18 who had ear, nose, or throat surgery. Researchers compared standard opioid-based anesthesia to opioid-free anesthesia to see if it reduced post-surgery agitation and delirium. The goal was to find a way to help children recover more cal…

This study translated the Fugl-Meyer assessment, a test that measures movement and function after a stroke, into Turkish and checked if it works correctly. Researchers tested 80 stroke patients in Turkey to see if the Turkish version is reliable and accurate. The goal was to give…

This study looked at 326 children who had surgery to find out which factors before the operation might predict whether they would need intensive care within 72 hours. The goal was to help doctors better identify high-risk children and plan their care. The study is now complete an…

This study looked at whether home visits by healthcare providers during pregnancy can improve mothers' knowledge, increase vaginal births, boost breastfeeding confidence, and reduce postpartum depression. Sixty-four first-time mothers with low-risk pregnancies took part. The appr…

This study tested a new discharge education program for people recovering from open heart surgery. The program included a booklet and a mobile app, and patients were followed for 12 weeks by phone. The goal was to see if the program improved recovery and quality of life. 70 adult…

This study tested whether adding psychodramatic role-playing to standard childbirth classes could reduce postpartum depression and improve self-confidence and social support in first-time mothers. 57 pregnant women participated, with one group taking regular classes and the other…

This study tested whether a hybrid simulation method—combining a high-fidelity manikin with web-based training—helps nursing students learn advanced life support better than traditional methods. 73 students who had completed certain courses took part. The goal was to measure thei…

This completed study looked at 204 patients who had a kidney removed (nephrectomy) to find out what factors might lead to chronic pain lasting months or years after surgery. Researchers measured pain levels at 1 hour, 3 months, and 1 year after the operation using a simple 0-to-1…

This study looked at whether a 'primary nursing' model — where each patient is assigned a consistent nurse — leads to better outcomes. Over 1,300 nurses and patients took part. Researchers measured missed care, nurse job satisfaction, and patient satisfaction before and after the…

This study used ultrasound to measure the thickness of the piriformis muscle and sciatic nerve in 19 people with piriformis syndrome, comparing the painful side to the pain-free side. The goal was to see if ultrasound can help tell whether the pain comes more from muscle or nerve…

This study looked at 485 patients who had coronary artery bypass surgery to see if a computer method called fuzzy logic could better predict who is at risk of dying. Fuzzy logic is a way to handle uncertain information, similar to how doctors think. The goal is to create a tool t…

This study observed 65 adults undergoing spine surgery while lying face-down (prone position). Researchers measured changes in optic nerve sheath diameter using ultrasound and checked vision before and after surgery. The goal was to identify factors that might lead to vision chan…

This study followed 82 postmenopausal women with rheumatoid arthritis to see how their bone density changed over time. Researchers compared different arthritis medications and osteoporosis treatments to understand which approaches best protect bone health. The goal was to gather …

This study tested a nurse-led program to reduce muscle and bone pain in 90 primary school children. The program used a step-by-step model to identify and manage ergonomic risks, like poor posture or repetitive movements. The goal was to see if this approach could lower pain and d…

This study looked at 320 adults who had heart surgery to see how well two different risk scores (EuroSCORE-II and POSPOM) predict the chance of dying in the hospital. Researchers calculated each patient's scores before surgery and compared them to what actually happened. The goal…

This study looked at how changing the head position during thyroid surgery affects the optic nerve sheath diameter, which can indicate pressure inside the skull. Researchers measured this with ultrasound in 49 patients before and after positioning. They also tracked headache seve…

This completed study looked at whether a new ultrasound score called VExUS can help doctors better assess risk in people with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). Researchers measured VExUS in 86 adults and compared it to standard tests like heart catheterization and blood mark…

This study tested a training program based on the salutogenic model, which focuses on what keeps people healthy rather than what makes them sick. The program taught mothers about fevers and how to manage them. Researchers measured the mothers' coping skills and sense of coherence…

This study tested whether having a clinical pharmacist work alongside doctors in a hospital ward could reduce medication errors in patients with kidney disease. Researchers followed 160 adults with reduced kidney function, comparing usual care, doctor education, and active pharma…

This study looked at whether a mentoring program helps new graduate nurses handle the shock of starting work, adapt to the clinic, and build professional skills. Fifty-six new nurses were split into two groups: one got a month-long mentoring program, the other got standard traini…

This study measured the quadriceps angle (Q angle) in 130 healthy adults aged 18-25 to understand how it changes in different positions—lying down, standing, and during walking. Researchers used photos and video recordings to compare static and dynamic measurements. The goal was …

This study looked at how shoulder muscles work in people who have had a stroke compared to healthy individuals. Researchers measured muscle activity during two types of arm exercises: raising arms overhead and pushing against a table. The goal was to understand muscle timing and …

This study looked at whether the Duruöz Hand Index, a simple questionnaire, can reliably measure hand function in children aged 6-18 with obstetric brachial plexus palsy, a nerve injury at birth. Researchers tested 21 children using various hand strength and function tests. The g…