Medipol University

This study compared two surgical methods for removing enlarged adenoids in children. It looked at a traditional scraping technique versus a newer, more precise tool called coblation. The goal was to see which method resulted in less leftover tissue, less pain, and fewer complicat…

This study tested two ways to remove a breathing tube after a C-section to see which one helps mothers breathe better right after surgery. Researchers compared a gentle airflow method to a suction method in 120 women having planned C-sections. The main goal was to see which techn…

This study tested whether a special probiotic supplement, called a psychobiotic, could improve mental health and aid weight loss in obese women. Forty participants followed a weight-loss diet and took either the probiotic or a placebo pill daily for four weeks. Researchers measur…

This study compared two materials used to seal root canals after treatment to see which one causes less pain for patients. Researchers followed 120 adults who needed a root canal for a tooth infection, tracking their pain levels for one month after the procedure. The goal was to …

This study tested whether a targeted nerve block, guided by ultrasound, could help manage pain in patients undergoing a minimally invasive heart valve replacement (TAVI). Researchers compared pain levels and the need for strong painkillers in 40 patients who either received the n…

This study tested a specific nerve-blocking technique to manage pain after knee surgery. Researchers compared it to see if it reduced the need for strong opioid painkillers and helped patients get moving sooner after their operation. The goal was to provide pain relief without ca…

This study compared two methods of epidural pain relief for women in labor. Researchers wanted to see if a newer technique (dural puncture epidural) could provide similar pain relief using less medication and with fewer side effects than the standard epidural. They looked at 100 …

This study tested whether playing structured video games could improve movement and daily living skills in children with cerebral palsy as effectively as traditional hand exercises. Twenty children aged 4-18 were split into two groups: one played video games designed for therapy,…

This study tested whether taking a freeze-dried form of royal jelly, a substance made by bees, for four weeks could improve thinking skills and reduce inflammation in healthy older adults. Researchers enrolled 120 people aged 55 to 70 without a dementia diagnosis. Participants we…

This study tested whether a single session of percussion massage could provide a quick boost to performance for young competitive cyclists. Thirty-two cyclists aged 12-15 were randomly assigned to either receive the massage or just rest. Researchers then measured their balance, j…

This study tested whether a 12-week Clinical Pilates exercise program could improve walking, balance, and body awareness for people using a prosthetic leg. Thirty participants were randomly assigned to either the Pilates program or a standard physiotherapy program. Researchers me…

This study tested whether acupuncture could help men feel less pain and anxiety during a prostate biopsy. 72 men scheduled for the procedure were randomly given either real acupuncture or a fake 'sham' treatment before their biopsy, along with standard numbing medicine. Researche…

This study tested whether a simple, ultrasound-guided nerve block in the neck could help manage pain after cervical spine surgery. The goal was to see if this block could reduce the amount of opioid painkillers patients need after their operation, which might lower side effects l…

This study tested whether custom-made shoe inserts (insoles) designed for people with diabetes can improve their balance, walking, and reduce pressure on their feet. It involved 25 adults with diabetes but without major foot wounds. Researchers measured changes in how participant…

This study compared two different nerve block techniques to manage pain after breast cancer surgery. Researchers wanted to see which method better reduces patients' need for opioid painkillers and their related side effects like nausea. The trial involved 60 adults undergoing bre…

This study tested whether a short, intensive physical therapy program could improve movement control and quality of life for children with spastic cerebral palsy. Thirty children, aged 4 to 8, were split into two groups. One group received a very intensive two-week therapy progra…

This study tested whether playing virtual reality exercise games during work hours could improve physical balance and mental sharpness in sedentary office employees. Thirty-two inactive university staff played games like Beat Saber twice a week for six weeks while researchers mea…

This study tested if two new approaches could help people with long-term low back pain. Researchers compared standard care to care that added either a hands-on breathing muscle therapy or a special low-pressure abdominal exercise. They measured changes in pain, flexibility, and m…

This study tested if adding brain-focused therapy to standard shoulder exercises helps people with frozen shoulder recover faster. 48 adults with long-lasting shoulder pain and stiffness received either standard physiotherapy alone or physiotherapy plus special training to change…

This study tested whether combining two specific nerve block injections could better manage pain after open-heart surgery. Researchers enrolled 40 patients undergoing coronary artery bypass to see if these ultrasound-guided blocks reduced pain scores and improved recovery in the …

This study tested three different exercise programs to help women regain arm and shoulder function after breast cancer surgery. 45 women who had surgery with lymph node removal were randomly assigned to either supervised in-person exercises, a telerehabilitation program, or a mob…

This study tested if a simple forearm strap could help musicians who have pain from playing their instruments. Thirty musicians wore the strap for four weeks. Researchers measured their pain levels and grip strength before and after to see if the strap made a difference.

This study compared two ways to give a pain-blocking injection to patients having a specific type of minimally invasive back surgery. One method used an ultrasound machine guided by an anesthesiologist. The other was done 'by feel' by the surgeon during the operation. The goal wa…

This study tested if a simple, non-invasive eye ultrasound could be used to monitor brain pressure in patients undergoing open-heart surgery. Researchers measured the width of the optic nerve sheath in the eye at different times during the procedure to see if it reliably indicate…

This study aimed to understand if there is a biological connection between gum disease (periodontitis) and Parkinson's disease. Researchers compared saliva and blood samples from 60 people across three groups: those with both conditions, those with just gum disease, and healthy i…

This study surveyed 106 Turkish physiotherapists and final-year students to see how closely they follow the latest, evidence-based guidelines for helping people recover after a stroke. Researchers wanted to understand if there's a gap between what the guidelines recommend and wha…

This study looked at whether female volleyball players are better at mentally practicing movements compared to non-athletes. Researchers tested 52 women to see if stronger mental imagery skills were linked to faster reaction times and higher vertical jumps in the players. The goa…

This study aimed to understand how a woman's ability to perform daily tasks and participate in social roles relates to her life satisfaction and depression levels after experiencing domestic physical violence. Researchers surveyed 15 women who had sought help from a social servic…

This completed survey study asked 56 adults with spinal cord injuries in Türkiye what daily activities are most important to them and what level of independence they hope to achieve through rehabilitation. Participants rated the importance of 10 key activities like eating, bathin…

This study aimed to translate and test an English questionnaire into Turkish to help measure how low back pain affects athletes. 120 elite athletes with ongoing back pain filled out the new survey and two other standard questionnaires. The goal was to see if the Turkish version w…

This study aimed to understand the link between how pressure is distributed on the soles of the feet and a person's balance when they have diabetic foot complications. Researchers measured 32 adults with early-stage diabetic foot using special pressure mats and balance boards und…