Osmaniye Korkut Ata University

This trial tests whether two simple, art-based activities—coloring mandalas or listening to music—can help reduce fear of childbirth in pregnant women. About 120 first-time mothers with a fear of childbirth will be randomly placed into one of three groups: mandala coloring, music…

This trial tests whether therapeutic touch or foot reflexology can improve sleep quality and ease menopausal symptoms in postmenopausal women who lived through the 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquakes. About 155 women will be randomly assigned to receive one of the two therapies or to …

This study looks at whether letting children aged 4 to 10 play freely for 30 minutes before surgery can reduce their fear and anxiety, as well as their parents' anxiety. Half of the 70 children will play, while the other half will follow usual routines. Researchers will measure f…

This study looks at whether foot reflexology or acupressure can reduce stomach problems like bloating, constipation, and heartburn in women going through menopause. About 120 women aged 45-60 who have menopause-related stomach issues will receive these gentle, non-invasive treatm…

This study looked at whether therapeutic touch (a gentle, no-contact energy balancing technique) or acupressure (applying pressure to specific points) can reduce mild to moderate depressive symptoms in women after menopause. 156 women aged 45-65 took part, receiving eight session…