Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi

This study tested if a home exercise program for mild teenage scoliosis works better when a physical therapist guides the teen via video calls (telerehabilitation), compared to the teen doing the same exercises alone at home. It involved 29 adolescents with mild spinal curves. Th…

This study tested whether a gel made from a patient's own blood, called injectable platelet-rich fibrin (i-PRF), could help treat gum disease. In 20 patients with moderate-to-severe periodontitis, researchers applied the i-PRF gel to one side of the mouth and a saltwater solution…

This study tested if adding a simple white reflective drape around a standard light therapy bed helps treat jaundice in newborns more effectively. Researchers compared 102 babies receiving light therapy with or without the drape. The goal was to see if the drape helped lower jaun…

This study tested if adding a special gel made from a patient's own blood could improve healing after a deep cleaning for gum disease. In 23 adults with moderate-to-severe gum disease, one side of the mouth received the standard cleaning plus the gel, while the other side receive…

This study tested if a treatment made from a patient's own blood (injectable platelet-rich fibrin, or i-PRF) helps mouth wounds heal better after wisdom tooth surgery. Researchers compared the healing on two sides of the same patient's mouth: one side got the i-PRF treatment, and…

This study tested whether a new computer analysis of routine brain wave recordings (EEG) can help doctors tell if someone has epilepsy. Researchers compared brain wave patterns from 80 adults—some with epilepsy and some without—looking for tiny, fast brain signals that might indi…

This study tested whether a special education program led by nurses could improve hygiene habits and attitudes to help prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs). Researchers worked with 122 female university students in health-related fields, providing half with the education and c…

This study tested whether a 12-week exercise program to strengthen small foot muscles could help prevent foot ulcers in people with type 2 diabetes. Researchers measured how pressure was distributed on the soles of participants' feet before and after the program. The goal was to …

This study tested whether educating parents about skin cancer risks and skin self-exams would lead to better sun protection for their children. Researchers worked with 300 parents of middle school students in Turkey. Half the parents received a 45-minute educational session, and …

This study tested whether education delivered through a mobile app could help people with a tracheostomy (a breathing tube in the neck). Researchers wanted to see if the app could reduce feelings of depression, help patients adapt socially, and improve their overall recovery. The…

This study tested whether a technique called Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), which involves tapping on specific points on the body, could help students manage anxiety before exams. Researchers compared EFT to simple breathing exercises in 62 Somali students. The goal was to s…

This study aimed to find out if performing an extra procedure to reduce swollen nasal tissues (turbinates) during a combined cosmetic and functional nose surgery (septorhinoplasty) actually helps patients breathe better. 80 adults needing the surgery were randomly assigned to get…

This study tested whether simple, non-drug methods could make the platelet donation process easier for people. Researchers had 102 first-time platelet donors try squeezing a stress ball or listening to instrumental music during their donation, while a third group received standar…

This study tested whether a simple abdominal massage, given by trained family caregivers, could help relieve constipation and other digestive symptoms in patients receiving palliative care. Over 7 days, researchers compared patients who received the massage twice daily to those w…

This study looked at two ways to manage chronic hip pain from arthritis. It compared a standard steroid injection into the joint against that same injection plus a special nerve-blocking injection. Researchers reviewed the records of 50 patients to see which combination provided …

This study tested whether practicing Qigong, a gentle mind-body exercise, could help reduce anxiety and depression in people hospitalized for depression. Researchers compared 70 patients who did Qigong exercises to those who did not. The goal was to see if this non-drug approach …

This study tested whether letting mothers listen to their baby's heartbeat during labor could help reduce their anxiety and pain. It involved 80 first-time mothers in active labor. Researchers compared mothers who could hear the monitor sound to those receiving standard care alon…

This study compared two different nerve-blocking procedures for people with chronic tailbone pain that didn't improve with medication. 50 adults were randomly assigned to receive either a fluoroscopy-guided or ultrasound-guided procedure. Researchers measured pain levels and dail…

This study compared two different approaches to help surgeons see better during arthroscopic rotator cuff repair surgery. Eighty adults having this shoulder surgery were randomly assigned to receive either epinephrine mixed into the irrigation fluid or tranexamic acid given throu…

This study tested whether motivational interviews could help new mothers breastfeed more successfully. Researchers worked with 90 first-time mothers in Turkey, giving half of them special counseling sessions. The goal was to see if this support increased the mothers' confidence a…

This study tested whether an 8-week online mindfulness program could help reduce stress, anxiety, and depression in women dealing with infertility. Researchers enrolled 84 women and randomly assigned them to either the mindfulness course or a standard care group. They measured st…

This study tested whether a one-hour educational program about climate change and pregnancy could affect pregnant women's knowledge, anxiety, and sense of hope. Researchers enrolled 154 pregnant women and randomly assigned half to receive the class. They compared the two groups' …

This study looked at whether a person's magnesium level, calculated using a simple score, affects how well the socket heals after a wisdom tooth is surgically removed. Researchers observed 111 healthy adults who had their lower wisdom teeth extracted, tracking their healing progr…

This study aimed to find out which of three specific leg exercises best activates the thigh muscles in young fencers. Researchers measured muscle activity in 30 experienced fencers aged 18-24 as they performed different squat and kneeling exercises. The goal was to gather informa…

This study aimed to find out if virtual reality (VR) or low-reality simulation is more effective for training midwifery students in newborn resuscitation. It involved 80 fourth-year midwifery students who were split into two groups to receive different types of simulation trainin…

This study looked at whether people with the chronic skin condition hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) have worse gum health than people without it. Researchers compared 226 adults with HS to healthy volunteers, checking their gums and skin. The goal was to see if the two conditions a…

This study aimed to understand how a specific body chemical, isthmin, changes after a common weight-loss surgery. Researchers measured isthmin levels in 40 adults with severe obesity before and after they underwent laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy. The goal was to gather knowledge…

This study looked at whether adding special breathing muscle training to standard asthma rehab programs provides extra benefits. Researchers compared two groups of 84 adults with severe asthma to see if the training improved fitness, breathing, strength, and quality of life. A ke…

This study aimed to understand how two common types of laparoscopic hernia repair surgery affect pressure inside the eye. Researchers measured eye pressure in 60 adult patients before and after their hernia operations. The goal was to see if the surgical position and technique po…

This study compared two common anesthesia drugs—propofol and sevoflurane—during a lung biopsy procedure called EBUS-TBNA. Researchers monitored 102 patients to see which drug kept blood pressure and heart rate more stable and which one the lung doctors preferred working with. The…

This study tested whether teaching new mothers about sustainable, eco-friendly practices could improve breastfeeding success and strengthen the bond with their babies. Researchers worked with 100 first-time mothers, giving half of them special 'Green Mom' education sessions while…

This study tested whether teaching pregnant women about their environmental impact (carbon footprint) would affect their breastfeeding habits and awareness. Researchers gave 64 women a special 4-session education program and compared them to a group that received standard care. T…

This study aimed to understand if there is a connection between psoriasis, a chronic skin condition, and the health of a person's gums. Researchers compared 226 people with psoriasis to a group without it, checking their oral health and asking about their quality of life. The goa…

This study looked back at medical records to see which of three scoring systems best predicts how long patients with different types of progressive lung scarring might live. Researchers analyzed data from 143 adults with specific lung diseases to compare the accuracy of the GAP, …

This study looked at whether a common shoulder condition in young athletes affects their performance, even when they feel no pain. Researchers compared 52 teenage male volleyball players, some with and some without a specific shoulder rotation limitation. They measured how long p…