Istinye University

This study tested a Turkish version of a tool designed to spot breathing distress in adult palliative care patients who cannot communicate, such as those with advanced illness or sedation. Researchers worked with 100 patients to check if the translated tool is reliable and accura…

This study tested whether playing music during liver donation surgery could help reduce the body's stress and inflammatory response. It involved 61 healthy adults who were donating part of their liver. Researchers measured blood markers of inflammation and stress, as well as pain…

This study tested whether combining breathing exercises with hands-on manual therapy could help children with neuromuscular diseases breathe easier and move better. Twenty-eight children participated, with one group receiving standard physical therapy and another receiving the st…

This study tested whether a short, supportive animation film could help mothers who worry they aren't producing enough breast milk. It involved 115 women and measured if the video improved their confidence in breastfeeding and their emotional connection to their baby. The goal wa…

This study tested a hands-on physical therapy technique called movement mobilization to see if it could help people with knee osteoarthritis. Researchers worked with 36 patients to measure changes in their pain levels, muscle activity, and joint sensitivity. The goal was to see i…

This study tested whether a special physiotherapy program, started after a platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection, works better than standard physiotherapy alone for shoulder impingement syndrome. It involved 54 adults with shoulder pain who had already received a PRP shot. Researc…

This study tested whether adding a special pain education program to standard physical therapy helps people with chronic myofascial pain syndrome. Forty adults with long-term muscle pain received either standard therapy alone or therapy plus weekly sessions learning about how pai…

This study tested if adding a treatment called extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) to standard physical therapy works better for shoulder impingement. Thirty adults with shoulder pain were split into two groups: one received shock waves plus physical therapy, and the other r…

This study aimed to understand how a rounded upper back (hyperkyphosis) affects shoulder movement, strength, and physical performance in children. Researchers measured 36 children aged 7-14 with this condition to see if their shoulder blade position was linked to changes in their…

This study aimed to understand how an allogeneic stem cell transplant affects a person's physical fitness. Researchers compared 17 transplant patients to healthy individuals, measuring things like muscle strength, lung function, balance, and activity levels. The goal was to gathe…

This study aimed to find out if physical tests for low back pain can be done accurately over video call instead of in person. Researchers had 36 adults with chronic low back pain perform a series of strength and movement tests both face-to-face and remotely. The goal was to see i…

This study aimed to understand the relationship between diet, meal patterns, and the daily experiences of people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Researchers surveyed 50 adults with IBD about their eating habits, gastrointestinal symptoms, quality of life, and mood. The goa…

This study aimed to understand how knee and foot alignment differs between sedentary men and women during a single-leg squat, a common movement in daily life and sports. Researchers measured 70 healthy young adults to see if poor alignment could increase the risk of knee injuries…

This study aimed to understand how jaw pain and limited movement affect daily activities, neck problems, and overall quality of life in people with temporomandibular disorders (TMD). Researchers measured pain levels, jaw movement, neck disability, and life quality in 62 adults di…

This study aimed to understand the connection between abnormal breathing patterns, exercise capacity, and balance in people with high blood pressure. Researchers enrolled 50 participants with hypertension and assessed them using questionnaires, balance tests, and exercise evaluat…

This study aimed to find out which type of stretching works better for professional cyclists right after doing it. Researchers compared two methods—PNF stretching and dynamic stretching—on the thigh muscles of 30 cyclists. They measured things like jump height, leg strength, and …

This study aimed to understand how different types of factory jobs affect workers' bodies. Researchers compared 40 full-time employees, including physical laborers and office staff, measuring their muscle strength, flexibility, and pain levels. The goal was to gather information …