Ondokuz Mayis University

This study looked at whether adding platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) or injectable PRF, made from a patient's own blood, to standard deep cleaning can improve gum health in people with periodontitis. 56 participants received either standard treatment alone or with PRF/i-PRF added. Rese…

This study tested whether adding a collagen membrane to a bone graft helps treat peri-implantitis, a serious gum infection around dental implants. 44 adults with bone loss around implants received either the graft alone or the graft plus a collagen cover. Researchers measured gum…

This study tests four ways to remove dark spots (hyperpigmentation) from gums: laser, two types of air polishing with powder, and traditional surgical cutting. The goal is to see which method works best and causes the least discomfort. Participants are healthy adults aged 18 to 5…

This study tested four approaches for treating dentine hypersensitivity (tooth sensitivity): Nd:YAG laser, diode laser, a herbal propolis-based gel, and a sham (fake) treatment. 140 adults with at least two sensitive teeth were followed for 12 months to see which method reduced p…

This study tested a needle-free injection system called Comfort-in to see if it could reduce pain and anxiety in children during dental procedures. Sixty children aged 5 to 8 who needed dental work on both sides of their mouth received both the needle-free system and a convention…

This study looked at 60 women having planned cesarean deliveries to compare two pain relief methods: giving morphine through the spinal needle versus a numbing injection near the belly muscles. The main goal was to see how many women needed extra pain medicine in the first 24 hou…

This study looked at whether an 8-week Pilates exercise program could improve breathing in overweight and obese women. 54 women were split into an exercise group and a control group. The exercises focused on core strength and abdominal endurance. Researchers measured lung functio…

This study looked at whether Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), a therapy that involves tapping on specific body points, can reduce pain, pain-related beliefs, and anxiety in people recovering from coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. Researchers enrolled 66 adults and me…

This study tested whether a special supportive care program could help couples feel less stressed and cope better during infertility treatments like IVF. Fifty couples were randomly assigned to either receive this extra emotional support or standard care. The program focused on u…

This study tested whether adding Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) exercises to standard pelvic floor muscle training can improve bladder control in women with multiple sclerosis. Twenty-four women aged 28-54 completed an 8-week program, with half doing pelvic floor exerc…

This study tested whether listening to water sounds or watching water videos through virtual reality could help children urinate with less pain and fear after surgery. Only one child took part, and the study measured pain and fear levels. The results are too limited to draw any c…

This study tested whether a social robot could reduce fear and pain in children aged 5 to 10 during wound dressing. Sixty children were split into two groups: one interacted with the robot while getting their wound dressed, and the other received standard care. Researchers measur…

This study tested two methods to control pain after laparoscopic gallbladder removal: a nerve block (external oblique intercostal block) and injecting pain medicine into the surgical cuts (port-site infiltration). Sixty adults were followed for 24 hours after surgery to see which…

This study tested whether applying cryotherapy (ice or cold saline) during dental procedures for deep cavities reduces pain and improves quality of life. 144 adults received either a pulpotomy or root canal treatment, with or without cryotherapy. The goal was to see if the cold t…

This study tested whether expressive arts therapy—like drawing, painting, or writing—can help intensive care unit (ICU) nurses feel less anxious about death. 66 nurses took part, with half attending weekly art therapy sessions for six weeks. The goal was to see if this creative a…

This study tested whether adding an injection of hyaluronic acid, platelet-rich fibrin, or dextrose to a standard jaw washout procedure (arthrocentesis) improves pain and jaw function more than the washout alone. Thirty-six adults with TMJ disorders who hadn't improved with other…

This study tested a home-based program for children with cerebral palsy who have trouble chewing. Twenty-two children did chewing exercises, and half also watched videos of chewing actions at home with a therapist's guidance. The goal was to see if adding video observation improv…

This study tested whether progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) — a technique where you tense and then relax different muscle groups — could help nursing students feel less depressed, anxious, and stressed. Over 100 students were split into two groups; one group practiced PMR three…

This study tested whether an eight-session expressive arts therapy program could increase hope in 50 hospitalized adults with schizophrenia. Participants in the therapy group showed significantly higher hope scores compared to those receiving standard care alone. The findings sug…

This study tested whether letting children play with sand before a tonsillectomy could lower their anxiety and pain. Sixty-eight kids aged 7 to 10 were split into two groups: one did sand play, the other got standard care. Researchers measured anxiety before surgery and pain afte…

This study tested whether low-level laser therapy (using Nd:YAG or diode lasers) can help repair nerve damage in the lower jaw after dental procedures like wisdom tooth removal or implant placement. Thirty adults with numbness or tingling in their lower lip and chin received lase…

This study tested whether cold application (cryotherapy) works as well as standard numbing gels and sprays to reduce pain from dental injections in children. 100 kids aged 7 to 10 were divided into four groups: one received a lidocaine spray, one a benzocaine gel, one cold distil…

This study looked at 70 adults having video-assisted chest surgery to compare two pain relief methods: a numbing injection near the spine (thoracic paravertebral block) and a small dose of morphine into the spinal fluid (intrathecal morphine). The goal was to see if the spinal mo…

This study looked at whether a specific nerve block (external oblique intercostal block) can reduce pain after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, a weight-loss surgery. Twenty patients aged 18-65 participated. Researchers measured how much the block numbed the belly area and how mu…

This study tested whether giving magnesium sulfate during laparoscopic hysterectomy can lower the amount of painkillers needed during and after surgery. Sixty adults undergoing the procedure received either magnesium or a placebo. The goal was to see if magnesium could reduce opi…

This study tested whether showing children an animated film through virtual reality glasses one hour before cardiac catheterization could lower their anxiety, fear, and pain. Forty-two children aged 5 to 10 took part. The goal was to see if a fun, immersive distraction could make…

This study compared supramaximal interval running (SIR) and small-sided games (SSG) in 40 elite male football players over six weeks of preseason training. Both methods improved fitness, but SIR led to greater gains in aerobic capacity, body composition, and anaerobic markers. Th…

This study looked at 40 people who had knee replacement surgery to see if the type of implant affects recovery. One group got a cruciate-retaining implant, the other a posterior-stabilized implant. Researchers measured pain, function, fear of movement, quality of life, and how mu…

This study tested whether using a game-based learning tool (Kahoot!) helps nursing students learn more about medication safety than traditional lectures. 100 nursing students were split into two groups: one received standard training, the other played a gamified version. Research…

This study looked at whether using puzzles can improve how well nursing students learn about infection control. About 100 first-year students were split into two groups: one that only had standard lectures, and another that also did weekly puzzles like crosswords and matching gam…

This study looked at whether simulation-based training for vaginal exams helps midwifery students feel less anxious and more confident. 67 third-year students were split into two groups: one practiced on a simulator in a lab, the other in a real clinical setting. Results showed t…

This study looked at whether a simulation-based lab program could help nursing students feel more competent and less anxious when caring for children. Sixty third-year nursing students took part. The program included hands-on practice with tasks like taking vital signs, hygiene c…

This study looked at how wearing surgical masks, N95 masks, and face shields affects speech perception and listening effort in operating rooms. Researchers tested 35 people with normal hearing and surveyed 184 operating room professionals. The goal was to understand communication…

This study looked at 99 children aged 3-7 who had their tonsils or adenoids removed. Researchers wanted to see if anxiety in the child or parent before surgery affected how agitated or painful the child was after waking up. They measured agitation using a standard scale in the re…

This study tested whether 8 weeks of aerobic or resistance exercise could improve heart health in 45 sedentary women aged 18-25. Participants were split into three groups: aerobic exercise, resistance exercise, or no exercise. Researchers measured blood markers and fitness levels…

This study looked at 45 adolescent soccer players to see if neck muscle strength and the ability to sense head position (proprioception) are related to athletic performance. Researchers measured neck strength, balance, jumping, sprinting, and other fitness tests. The goal was to …

This study looked at over 2,400 adults who had open-heart surgery to find out how many still have pain three months later and what makes it more likely. Researchers measured pain levels and medication use right after surgery and checked back at three months. The goal is to better…

This study looked at 27 adults with a below-knee amputation who use a prosthesis. Researchers measured how satisfied they were with their prosthetic, how they felt about their body image, and how well they could do daily activities and participate in social life. The goal was to …

This study looked at whether electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) exercise can improve strength in women who don't exercise regularly. Twenty-seven women aged 19-24 took part, with 12 doing EMS and 15 as controls. They were tested on various strength measures like push-ups, grip s…