Sakarya University

This study tests whether placing a mirror at the foot of the delivery bed helps first-time mothers during the pushing stage of labor. Researchers want to see if seeing the baby's progress reduces pain, increases feelings of support and control, and shortens the pushing phase. Eig…

This study tests two methods of delivering pain medicine through an epidural after total knee replacement. One method gives small, steady doses, while the other gives programmed bursts. The goal is to see which approach provides better pain control and helps patients recover fast…

This study compares two types of pain blocks used during mastectomy (breast removal surgery) to see which one is easier for doctors to perform and provides better comfort for patients. About 64 adults aged 25-65 having mastectomy will take part. The goal is to improve pain contro…

This study looks at whether adding breath-based yoga to online breastfeeding education helps first-time mothers feel less anxious, more confident in breastfeeding, and less worried about not having enough milk. About 90 new mothers will take part, with some getting education plus…

This study compares two minimally invasive procedures to relieve long-term knee pain from osteoarthritis. One uses radiofrequency (heat) to block pain nerves, the other uses a small amount of alcohol. About 50 adults aged 45-85 with moderate to severe knee pain will be randomly a…

This study looks at whether giving children a special mist (lidocaine or salt water) to breathe before tonsil surgery can prevent breathing problems after the operation. About 90 children aged 1.5 to 16 years will take part. The goal is to see if this simple step can reduce compl…

This study tests whether using a special brain monitor (DSA) during anesthesia can reduce agitation when children wake up. About 80 kids aged 6-12 will be randomly assigned to standard monitoring or DSA. Their agitation levels will be measured for 30 minutes after surgery.

This study will compare hypnobreastfeeding—a method using relaxation, guided imagery, and affirmations—to standard prenatal breastfeeding education. Researchers will enroll 111 first-time mothers between 28 and 36 weeks of pregnancy to see if the hypnosis-based approach improves …

This study tests whether letting children watch cartoons or giving them a gentle foot massage before surgery can reduce their nausea, pain, and anxiety. About 105 children aged 4 to 6 will be assigned to one of three groups: watching a cartoon, receiving reflexology, or standard …

This study looks at whether a non-invasive measurement called pulse wave transit time (PWTT) can detect when a nerve block has taken effect. Researchers will monitor 25 patients having hand surgery under an infraclavicular block. PWTT and other vital signs will be recorded before…

This study looks at whether a web-based education program can improve women's attitudes and beliefs about HPV testing, which is key for preventing cervical cancer. About 120 women aged 18-60 will take part, with half receiving the online education and the other half getting stand…

This study looks at whether using digital storytelling can improve how nursing students learn the nursing process—the steps nurses use to plan and give care. About 104 students will be split into two groups: one learns with digital stories, the other with standard methods. Resear…

This study will check how lying face-down (prone) during back surgery changes oxygen levels and breathing. About 50 adults having spine surgery will be monitored. The goal is to understand how body position affects oxygen and eye pressure, which can help make surgery safer.

This study looks at whether an AI-powered coaching tool can help nursing students improve their communication and empathy skills when counseling patients about infertility. About 96 students will be split into two groups: one using the AI coach and the other receiving standard te…

This study tests whether using ultrasound to guide epidural needle placement works better than relying on touch alone in patients whose spine bones are hard to feel. About 60 adults having general surgery will take part. Researchers will compare how often the first attempt succee…

This study will test whether a haptic-assisted virtual reality simulation can improve nursing students' psychomotor skills and clinical decision-making. One hundred nursing students with no prior simulation experience will be split into two groups: one using the VR simulation and…