Kocaeli University

This study tested whether taking antioxidant supplements for three months could improve sperm movement in men diagnosed with low sperm motility, a common cause of infertility. Thirty men were randomly assigned to receive either the antioxidant supplement or a placebo pill in a do…

This study tested whether using a soft robotic glove during standard stroke rehabilitation could help improve hand and arm function and make daily tasks easier. It involved 34 adults who had a stroke more than three months prior. The glove was designed to provide repetitive, task…

This study compared two different ways to help patients breathe during surgery on their vocal cords. Researchers tested a newer, gentler breathing method against the standard one to see if it could deliver air more effectively with lower pressure. The goal was to improve safety a…

This study tested whether a simple virtual reality relaxation session could help mothers of premature babies. Forty-four mothers watched calming nature videos with music through VR headsets before expressing milk. Researchers compared their milk production and breastfeeding confi…

This study tested if using a mirror during the pushing stage of childbirth helps. Researchers wanted to see if watching the baby's progress could shorten labor time and make the experience better for mothers. One group of women used a mirror, while another group received standard…

This study tested whether giving back massages to patients after open-heart surgery could help them feel better. Researchers wanted to see if massage could reduce pain, improve sleep quality, and lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol. They compared 96 patients who received …

This study tested whether listening to calming music before and after a common heart procedure (coronary angiography) could help patients feel better. Researchers compared 210 patients, with half listening to specially selected music and half not. They measured pain, anxiety, vit…

This study compared two different nerve-block techniques to see which provides better pain relief after breast cancer surgery. Researchers tested ultrasound-guided injections in the back to numb nerves before surgery. The goal was to reduce patients' need for strong pain medicati…

This study tested if listening to music could make a specific bladder function test less painful and embarrassing. Researchers randomly assigned 90 adults undergoing the test to either listen to music or not. The goal was to see if this simple, non-drug approach could improve com…

This study tested two simple distraction methods to help children aged 7-12 cope with the pain, fear, and anxiety of getting a blood draw. Researchers compared having kids blow bubbles with a material-free technique using conversation and positive reinforcement. The goal was to s…

This study tested a special play-based program designed to help young children (ages 4-6) recover from the psychological trauma of a major earthquake in Turkey. The program, called TOTEM, used therapeutic play to help children express their feelings, reduce anxiety, and improve t…

This study tested whether a simple art activity could help reduce stress and fear in pregnant women hospitalized for high-risk conditions. Researchers had 149 women either participate in a mandala coloring program alongside their regular medical care or receive only medical care.…

This study looked at whether spraying a cold mist on the skin before a blood thinner injection could reduce pain and bruising. It involved 101 adults who had orthopedic surgery and needed daily injections to prevent blood clots. Researchers compared the pain and bruising at injec…

This small pilot study tested whether a 10-week group class for parents could help them feel more confident and skilled in supporting their autistic preschool children. Researchers compared the class to a shorter seminar and a waitlist group to see if the training improved parent…

This study tested whether playing games in virtual reality (VR) could help people with frozen shoulder feel better. Researchers compared VR exercises to standard stretching exercises to see which was better at reducing pain and improving arm movement and quality of life. A small …

This study compared two ways to perform a minor mouth surgery to correct a tight or thick piece of tissue connecting the upper lip to the gum (a frenulum). Researchers tested whether using a laser instead of a scalpel, and adding a special low-level light therapy, could reduce pa…

This study tested whether a specific foot massage technique, called reflexology, could reduce the pain women feel while being stitched after a vaginal birth (an episiotomy repair). Researchers worked with 80 first-time mothers, randomly assigning half to receive the reflexology t…

This study aimed to find out if the proteins in saliva differ between people with two specific mouth conditions and healthy individuals. Researchers collected saliva samples from 21 people with oral lichen planus, oral leukoplakia, or no mouth disease. By analyzing the protein pa…

This study aimed to understand how spinal anesthesia affects a patient's oxygen levels during varicose vein surgery. Researchers monitored 56 patients using a standard oxygen sensor and a newer one that gives an early warning. The goal was to see if the level of numbness from the…

This study tested whether a simple eye ultrasound could safely monitor brain pressure changes during laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery. Researchers measured the optic nerve sheath diameter in 55 adult patients undergoing this common procedure. The goal was to understand if this non-…