Karabuk University
Clinical trials sponsored by Karabuk University, explained in plain language.
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Simple cover or massage may speed up jaundice treatment in newborns
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at 60 full-term newborns with jaundice who needed phototherapy (light therapy). Researchers tested whether placing a white cover over the incubator or giving the baby a gentle massage during treatment could lower bilirubin levels and shorten the time needed unde…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Karabuk University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 29, 2026 06:44 UTC
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Foot reflexology shows promise for migraine relief in small study
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether foot reflexology massage can ease pain, improve sleep, and boost quality of life in women with migraine. Twenty-two women aged 18-45 took part, with half receiving 10 foot massage sessions over 5 weeks and the other half serving as a control group. Re…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Karabuk University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 29, 2026 06:42 UTC
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Tapping away the pain: EFT shows promise for endometriosis
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), a simple tapping method, to see if it could reduce pelvic pain and improve quality of life in women with endometriosis. 64 women with pelvic pain took part. The goal was to find a low-cost, easy-to-use way to help manage sympt…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Karabuk University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 26, 2026 20:01 UTC
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Study reveals hidden frailty in back pain patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at frailty in 91 adults aged 45-80 with lumbar spinal stenosis, a common age-related back condition. Researchers measured pain, balance, disability, fear of falling, and quality of life to understand how frailty impacts these patients. The goal was to gather inf…
Sponsor: Karabuk University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 29, 2026 06:41 UTC