Medipol University

This study tested whether wearing a forearm strap for 4 weeks could reduce pain and improve grip strength in 30 musicians with forearm pain from playing instruments. Researchers measured pain levels, hand function, and quality of life before and after using the strap. The goal wa…

This study tested whether acupuncture, given before a prostate biopsy, can reduce pain and anxiety during the procedure. 72 men were randomly assigned to receive either real acupuncture or a sham (fake) version, in addition to standard numbing medicine. Researchers measured pain …

This study tested whether adding robotic rehabilitation to standard neurodevelopmental therapy helps improve leg and trunk function in children with cerebral palsy. Fifteen children participated, receiving standard therapy alone first, then standard therapy plus robotic rehab. Re…

This study tested whether a superficial cervical block—a simple injection of numbing medicine in the neck—can reduce the need for strong painkillers (opioids) after anterior cervical discectomy surgery. Sixty adults undergoing this neck surgery were randomly assigned to receive e…

This study tested whether applying a magnetic field to the belly (transabdominal magnetic field therapy) can reduce constipation severity in people with long-term constipation. 75 adults were split into three groups: one received the real magnetic therapy twice a week for 8 weeks…

This study looked at 128 children who needed surgery to remove enlarged adenoids (tissue at the back of the nose). It compared the traditional method (cold curettage) with a newer, more precise technique called coblation. The goal was to see which method leaves less leftover tiss…

This study tested custom-made shoe inserts (insoles) designed for people with diabetic foot problems. The goal was to see if these insoles improve balance and walking. 25 adults with diabetes, aged 40-65, who had early-stage foot issues but no open wounds or amputations, took par…

This study looked at whether walking while doing simple thinking tasks (like counting or naming things) can help older adults with brain fog. 90 people aged 65+ with brain fog took part. They were split into two groups: one walked while doing mental tasks, the other just walked. …

This study looked at whether taking royal jelly (a substance made by bees) for 4 weeks can improve memory and thinking in healthy adults aged 55 to 70. Researchers measured changes in cognitive test scores and blood markers of inflammation. The goal was to see if this natural sup…

This study looked at whether combining two types of nerve blocks (recto-intercostal and pecto-intercostal) can better control pain after open-heart surgery. Forty adults having heart surgery through a breastbone incision received these ultrasound-guided injections. The goal was t…

This study looked at 102 people having a type of back surgery for a slipped disc. It compared two methods of giving a pain-relieving injection near the spine: one guided by ultrasound and one done by the surgeon by feel. The goal was to see which method provides better pain contr…

This study tested two pelvic floor muscle strengthening methods—EMG-biofeedback and rebound therapy—in 42 women with endometriosis. The goal was to see which better reduces pain, improves muscle strength, and boosts quality of life. Participants had at least moderate pain and wer…

This study compared two methods of epidural pain relief during labor: the standard technique and a newer one called dural puncture epidural (DPE). In DPE, the doctor makes a small hole in the spinal lining before placing the epidural tube, but no medication is injected into the s…

This study tested whether technology-based rehab (like smartphone apps or video calls) can help women regain arm and shoulder movement after breast cancer surgery. 45 women who had surgery with lymph node removal used either supervised exercise, a telerehab program, or a mobile a…

This study looked at whether adding Ayres Sensory Integration (ASI) therapy to usual education helps preschool children with autism. 63 children aged 4 to 5 years took part. The therapy focused on improving daily skills, reaching personal goals, and handling sensory information b…

This study tested a special nerve block called PSKB to control pain after knee surgery. The goal was to provide good pain relief without weakening leg muscles, so patients could move sooner. Sixty adults having knee surgery took part. The study measured pain levels and the need f…

This study looked at whether clinical Pilates training can improve balance and walking in people who use a lower limb prosthesis (artificial leg). 30 adults who had an amputation at least 6 months ago took part. The goal was to see if Pilates exercises, which focus on core streng…

This study compared two types of nerve blocks—erector spinae plane block and serratus posterior superior intercostal plane block—to see which better reduces opioid painkiller use after breast and armpit surgery. Sixty adults aged 18-80 took part. The goal was to find a safer way …

This study looked at whether adding diaphragm release and special abdominal exercises to standard care helps people with chronic low back pain. 44 adults with pain lasting at least 12 weeks took part. Researchers measured pain levels and flexibility to see if these gentle techniq…

This study looked at whether a special ultrasound-guided nerve block (PENG block) can help control pain and reduce the need for extra pain medicine in 40 adults undergoing a minimally invasive heart valve replacement called TAVI. The block numbs nerves around the hip area. Resear…

This study looked at 120 adults needing a root canal to see which sealer—AH Plus or WellRootST—causes less pain afterward. Participants had one infected tooth treated and reported their pain levels before the procedure and at several points up to one month later. The goal was to …

This study tested two techniques for removing the breathing tube after a C-section under general anesthesia. 120 women were randomly assigned to have the tube removed with positive pressure (keeping air flowing in) or negative pressure (using suction). The goal was to see which m…

This study looked at whether adding Turkish music to a functional exercise program helps older adults with mild dementia more than exercise alone. Forty participants from a nursing home did exercises twice a week for 8 weeks, with half listening to music during the sessions. Rese…

This study tested whether intensive video game-based therapy can improve motor skills and daily living activities in children with cerebral palsy. Sixteen children aged 4-18 with mild to moderate motor challenges were randomly assigned to either video game therapy or standard bim…

This study looked at whether a two-week intensive physical therapy program could improve posture and movement control in children with spastic cerebral palsy. Thirty children aged 4 to 8 took part. The therapy focused on active participation and was compared to a standard therapy…

This study tested whether adding pain education and sensory training to standard physical therapy helps people with frozen shoulder more than therapy alone. 21 adults with chronic frozen shoulder took part. The extra brain-focused treatment included learning about pain, identifyi…

This study looked at whether a special breast massage called the Marmet technique can help new mothers with common breastfeeding problems like nipple pain and low milk supply. 104 women who had just given birth were split into two groups: one learned the massage, the other got st…

This study tested whether a daily probiotic supplement (called a psychobiotic) could improve mental health, quality of life, and weight loss in obese women following a weight-loss diet. 28 women took either the supplement or a placebo for 4 weeks. Researchers measured changes in …

This study surveyed 106 physiotherapists and internship students in Türkiye to see how closely they follow evidence-based guidelines for treating low back pain. Participants answered a short online questionnaire about their education, treatment choices, and barriers to using rese…

This study looked at 80 pregnant women having planned C-sections under general anesthesia. It compared two methods: inhaled anesthesia (sevoflurane) and total intravenous anesthesia (TIVA). Researchers measured how each affected the mother's vital signs, depth of anesthesia, and …

This study asked 56 people with spinal cord injury in Türkiye to rate how important different daily activities—like eating, bathing, and moving around—are to them, and what level of independence they hope to achieve after rehabilitation. The goal was to learn which activities pat…

This study surveyed 106 licensed physiotherapists and 4th-year students in Turkey to see how closely they follow the 2024 VA/DoD guidelines for stroke rehabilitation. Researchers compared adherence between experienced therapists and interns, and identified common barriers like la…

This study looked at how well female volleyball players can imagine movements and mentally rotate hand images compared to non-athletes. Researchers tested 52 women to see if these mental skills are linked to faster reaction times and higher jumps. The goal is to understand the br…

This study looked at whether ultrasound measurements of the optic nerve sheath (the lining around the eye nerve) can detect changes in brain pressure during open-heart surgery when a heart-lung machine is used. Forty adults having elective heart surgery were enrolled. The goal wa…

This study translated an English questionnaire into Turkish to help athletes with low back pain describe how their pain affects daily life and sports. 120 Turkish-speaking athletes with back pain lasting at least 6 weeks filled out three questionnaires. The goal was to make sure …

This study looked at 60 people to see if gum disease (periodontitis) and Parkinson's disease share a biological connection through inflammation. Researchers measured certain substances in saliva and blood related to tryptophan, a natural amino acid. They found higher levels of so…

This study looked at whether playing virtual reality exercise games could improve the physical and mental health of office workers who sit most of the day. Thirty-two inactive university employees, aged 30 to 60, played VR games like Beat Saber twice a week for six weeks. The res…

This study looked at whether a single session of percussion massage therapy (using a handheld vibrating device) can improve balance, explosive power, and cycling performance in adolescent competitive cyclists aged 12 to 15. Thirty-two participants were split into two groups: one …

This study looked at 15 women aged 20-50 who experienced domestic physical violence and visited a social service center in the last two years. Researchers wanted to see if their ability to do daily activities and take part in social roles was connected to how satisfied they felt …

This study looked at how pressure on the soles of the feet relates to balance in 32 adults with diabetic foot. Participants stood on special pressure mats and balance boards to measure foot pressure and stability. The goal was to find patterns that could help prevent foot ulcers …