Necmettin Erbakan University

This study compared two different surgical approaches for removing medium-sized kidney stones (2-3 cm). Researchers followed 60 adult patients to see which method worked better: a newer laser technique through natural body openings versus a traditional small-incision approach. Th…

This study aimed to find which of three dental filling materials works best for a common baby tooth procedure called a pulpotomy. Researchers treated 90 children, aged 4-10, who had deep cavities. They compared the materials by checking the treated teeth at 6 and 9 months to see …

This study tested whether a gentle mouth and face massage, called PIOMI, helps premature babies in the hospital. Researchers wanted to see if the therapy improved the babies' ability to breastfeed, helped them gain weight faster, and allowed them to go home sooner. They compared …

This small study tested whether a simple, two-week exercise program could strengthen muscles important for swallowing and posture in people recovering from a recent stroke. Twelve patients performed tongue, jaw, and back exercises twice daily for 14 days. The results showed signi…

This study looked at whether a single session of physiotherapy or infant massage could help premature babies in the hospital. Researchers compared these gentle therapies to see which one better reduced stress and pain, and improved sleep and oxygen levels. The goal was to find si…

This study tested whether an 8-week mindfulness program could help parents of children with autism. The program involved weekly group sessions with education and meditation practices. Researchers measured changes in parents' levels of depression, anxiety, stress, and hopelessness…

This study tested if a therapy called Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES) could help children with cerebral palsy who have trouble swallowing. 26 children received either the real NMES therapy or a fake version, along with standard swallowing exercises. Researchers measur…

This study tested two non-invasive treatments to reduce muscle stiffness in the legs of people who have had a stroke. Thirty-nine participants received either high-intensity laser therapy or shockwave therapy on their calf muscles. Researchers compared how well each treatment imp…

This study tested whether a walker that provides visual and auditory cues could help people with Parkinson's disease walk better, especially those who experience sudden 'freezing' of their gait. Thirty participants walked with and without the special walker to see if it improved …

This study tested if a new way of stitching the muscle layer closed after a planned C-section could help reduce pain and allow mothers to walk sooner. Sixty women were randomly assigned to get either the standard stitching method or the new 'guide-suture' method. The goal was to …

This study tested whether a special type of therapy could help children with chewing problems. Thirty-one kids aged 3-12 did fun, whole-body exercises like crawling, swinging, and chewing activities for an hour, three times a week for a month. Researchers wanted to see if this th…

This study tested whether using virtual reality games helps nursing students learn how to perform lung and chest exams. Researchers compared two high-tech teaching methods—a virtual game simulation and a VR learning tool—against traditional classroom teaching. They measured if st…

This study tested whether using crossword puzzles helps nursing students learn about safe medication practices. Researchers divided 46 final-year nursing students into two groups: one group completed crossword puzzles for seven weeks, while the other received standard classroom i…

This study tested a new tool called BICEP, designed to help doctors better describe and categorize bladder injuries that can happen during a common prostate surgery. Researchers observed 250 men undergoing surgery to see how often and what types of bladder injuries occurred, usin…

This study tested whether listening to educational podcasts could improve first-year nursing students' knowledge about proper medical waste management and their satisfaction with the learning method. Researchers compared a group of students who used the podcasts to a group who di…

This study aims to understand how urology practices can become more environmentally sustainable. Researchers will first survey 150-200 experts about their current awareness and practices. Then, a smaller panel will work together to create a list of agreed-upon recommendations for…

This study looked at how different stages of muscle warm-up affect performance in young professional soccer players. Researchers tested 25 players under 18 to see how rest, warm-up, and fatigue phases changed their balance, jump height, and agility. The goal was to gather informa…

This study aimed to understand the connection between diet, body measurements, and agility in elite teenage soccer players. Researchers measured 51 male players' body composition, grip strength, and agility, and asked them about their eating habits, fluid intake, and sleep. The g…

This study tested whether a special 15-week educational course could change how university students think about and prepare for disasters. The course included presentations, simulations, and expert talks. Researchers measured changes in the students' perception of disaster risks,…

This study tested whether using games in teaching helps physiotherapy students learn to manage patients who have a fear of movement (kinesiophobia). It involved 45 students who took a course using group projects and prototype development. Researchers measured changes in the stude…