Izmir Bakircay University
Clinical trials sponsored by Izmir Bakircay University, explained in plain language.
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VR glasses distract patients from painful needle procedures
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether watching relaxing nature videos through virtual reality (VR) glasses during a painful injection procedure could help patients. Researchers compared 84 patients receiving trigger point injections—some used VR headsets for 10 minutes during the procedure, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Izmir Bakircay University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:17 UTC
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Can rehab and massage ease heart failure swelling?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested if starting supervised exercise (cardiac rehab) and a gentle massage technique (manual lymphatic drainage) during a hospital stay could help people with sudden worsening of heart failure. Researchers wanted to see if these treatments could reduce painful leg swe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Izmir Bakircay University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 18, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Researchers test if a new suction method is gentler on critically ill patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to see if using a closed suction system causes less stress and pain for intensive care patients on breathing machines. Researchers measured patients' blood pressure, heart rate, and pain levels before and after the procedure. The goal was to gather evidence to he…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Izmir Bakircay University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:29 UTC
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Does insulin affect how diabetics breathe and recover from exercise?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand if using insulin affects breathing strength and recovery after exercise in people with type 2 diabetes. Researchers compared 70 adults with diabetes, grouping them by whether they used insulin or not. Everyone completed breathing tests and a walking…
Sponsor: Izmir Bakircay University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 17, 2026 13:09 UTC