King Saud University

This completed study tested whether a Mediterranean diet could improve metabolic syndrome markers in 30 hospitalized adults with psychiatric conditions. Participants followed either a Mediterranean diet or a standard hospital diet for 8 weeks, then switched. Researchers measured …

This study tested a fall prevention education program for people who had a stroke more than six months ago. The program was based on the Health Belief Model and included two in-person sessions. Researchers compared the program to usual care in 44 participants to see if it improve…

This study tested two ways to warm the eyelids for people with dry eyes caused by meibomian gland dysfunction. Fifteen adults used a USB-powered warm compress and a self-heating eye mask for two weeks each. Both devices improved tear stability and comfort, but the USB-powered ver…

This study tested two physical therapy techniques—myofascial release and positional release—in 30 young adults with neck pain from a condition called unilateral trapezitis. Both treatments reduced pain, improved neck movement, and eased disability when added to standard exercises…

This study tested two easy home treatments for chronic neck pain in 40 computer professionals aged 25-45. One group used a towel to gently move their neck (self-SNAG), while the other did strengthening exercises with elastic bands. Both groups also got posture tips. The goal was …

This study looked at whether adding scapular (shoulder blade) strengthening exercises to standard physical therapy helps people with chronic tennis elbow. Thirty adults with long-lasting elbow pain were split into two groups: one got standard therapy alone, the other added scapul…

This study tested whether a noninvasive technique called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) could improve cognitive functions and behavior in 35 children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), aged 5 to 11. The treatment uses magnetic pulses to gently stimulate bra…

This study tested two types of neck exercises—multi-angle isometric and dynamic—both combined with kinesio taping and standard physiotherapy in 52 adults with cervical spondylosis. Participants were treated for 9 weeks. The goal was to see which approach better improved neck moti…

This study looked at whether a short, intensive program of strength and balance exercises could improve agility, movement, and stability in national-level Kho-Kho players. Sixty male and female athletes aged 18-25 trained for one hour, six days a week for two weeks. The goal was …

This completed study from Saudi Arabia surveyed 100 adult denture wearers about their knowledge of denture care and oral probiotics. Participants also had a dental exam and provided plaque samples to check for bacteria and fungi. The goal was to see how awareness and practices re…

This study looked at whether a 12-week exercise program (three times a week) could improve thinking skills in healthy adults aged 50 to 80. Researchers measured hormones like leptin and irisin, as well as other brain-related chemicals, before and after the program. The goal was t…

This study measured how different types of Saudi dates and date products (like paste and molasses) affect blood sugar in 40 healthy adults. Participants ate a set amount of carbohydrates from dates or a sugar solution, and their blood sugar was tracked for two hours. The goal was…