Pamukkale University

This study looked at two different nasal sprays for adults with moderate-to-severe allergic rhinitis (hay fever). One spray contained only fluticasone, while the other combined fluticasone with azelastine. Researchers measured how well each spray improved quality of life and how …

This study looks at whether a gentle, non-invasive electrical stimulation of the vagus nerve in the ear can help children with spastic cerebral palsy. 18 children aged 8-18 will either receive standard physical therapy (Bobath) alone or combined with this ear stimulation for 8 we…

This study looks at whether foot core exercises, done at home with remote guidance, can reduce foot pain and improve walking and balance in people with rheumatoid arthritis. Researchers will compare two remote methods (synchronous vs. asynchronous) in 18 adults aged 18-65. The go…

This study checks if a Turkish version of the Hand Disability in Systemic Sclerosis - Digital Ulcers Questionnaire (HDISS-DU) works well for people with systemic sclerosis who have digital ulcers. About 72 adults diagnosed with systemic sclerosis will fill out the questionnaire a…

This study aims to understand how often people with inflammatory rheumatic diseases (like rheumatoid arthritis) have trouble swallowing, called dysphagia. Researchers will use questionnaires to measure swallowing function, gut symptoms, and diet quality in 191 adults. The goal is…

This study looks at how thyroid dysfunction impacts pain, fatigue, foot structure, muscle strength, and leg performance in women who have menstrual cycles. Researchers will compare 51 women with thyroid issues to healthy women of similar age. The goal is to better understand thes…

This study looks at 20 children aged 4-6 to measure their motor skills and physical activity levels, and how these relate to what parents think. Researchers will test children's movement abilities and interview parents about their views. The goal is to better understand family fa…

This study is adapting a special test called the ECCA into Turkish to better measure memory and thinking changes in people receiving electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) for severe depression or other mental health conditions. Researchers will enroll 90 patients aged 18-65 who are sch…

This study checks if a hand function questionnaire called HAnDE Scale works well for Turkish-speaking people with systemic sclerosis (scleroderma). About 54 adults will fill out the survey and do hand movement tests. The goal is to make sure the questionnaire is accurate and reli…

This study looks at whether giving men educational sessions about cancer screening changes how they think and feel about getting screened. Researchers will compare 39 men who receive the education with 39 who do not, measuring their knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions after one…