Selcuk University

This study looked at whether giving adults with type 2 diabetes special education classes and follow-up phone calls helps them take better care of themselves, stick to their treatment, and feel more confident about their medications. 70 adults were split into two groups: one got …

This completed study looked at how intermittent fasting and the Mediterranean diet affect body composition and nutrition knowledge in 100 overweight or obese adults. Participants followed one of the two diets for a set period. The goal was to see which approach leads to better we…

This completed study looked at how three different diet plans—Mediterranean diet, time-restricted feeding (a form of intermittent fasting), and a standard diet—affect eating behavior and weight management in 75 overweight or obese adults aged 20-49. Researchers measured body comp…

This study tested whether adding a diode laser to standard deep cleaning helps smokers with severe gum disease. 33 smokers were split into two groups: one got standard cleaning alone, the other got cleaning plus laser. After 3 months, the laser group had shallower gum pockets, le…

This study tested whether a non-invasive device that uses light (pulse co-oximetry) can accurately measure hemoglobin levels in children undergoing brain or spine surgery, compared to the standard method of drawing blood from an artery. The goal was to see if this painless, conti…

This study tested whether a six-week simulation-based training program helps mothers of young children (ages 2-4) better prevent home accidents and respond with first aid. 46 mothers took part, with half receiving the training and the other half serving as a comparison group. The…

This trial tests whether a single dose of the anti-inflammatory drug dexamethasone, given during jaw surgery, can lessen pain, swelling, and trouble opening the mouth afterward. About 60 people having wisdom tooth removal or cyst surgery under general anesthesia will take part. T…

This study looks at whether doing pelvic floor exercises during late pregnancy can improve birth outcomes and reduce urinary incontinence. About 151 first-time mothers between 28-30 weeks of pregnancy will be randomly assigned to do the exercises or not. Researchers will compare …

This study tested a 3-day prenatal education program for first-time mothers to see if it could reduce fear of childbirth, change pain beliefs, and boost confidence for a normal delivery. 126 pregnant women participated, with half receiving the program and half not. The program us…

This study looked at whether time-restricted eating (eating only during certain hours) combined with a Mediterranean diet could help women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Fifty-five women with PCOS and a BMI between 25-35 took part. The goal was to see if these diet change…

This study tested whether wearing colored glasses (green, red, or blue) for 10 minutes before a tooth extraction could reduce anxiety and pain. 84 adults who had not had a wisdom tooth removed before took part. Researchers measured anxiety using a standard questionnaire and check…

This study tested whether virtual reality (VR) or mixed reality (MR) headsets could help children aged 6 to 12 feel less anxious and experience less pain during a dental numbing shot. 142 healthy children were randomly assigned to use either a VR or MR headset during the procedur…

This study tested whether playing hemsball, a ball game, could help older men improve their balance, reduce fear of movement, and lower frailty. Eighty-six men aged 65 and older played hemsball for 8 weeks. Results showed better balance, less fear of movement, and reduced frailty…

This study looked at whether showing cartoons or playing music during tooth extractions can lower pain and anxiety in children aged 6 to 12. Sixty kids were randomly assigned to watch cartoons, listen to music, or receive standard care. Researchers measured heart rate, oxygen lev…

This study tested a laughter yoga program for mothers caring for children with special needs. The training combined laughter exercises with stress management and communication skills. Researchers measured caregiving burden, positive mental health, perceived stress, and stress hor…

This study tested a special care model for labor and delivery, based on World Health Organization recommendations, to see if it improves how women feel about their birth experience. The study included 124 first-time mothers with a single, healthy baby. Researchers compared women …

This study looked at whether listening to relaxing classical music could help women feel less pain and anxiety after a cesarean delivery. 110 first-time mothers who had a C-section took part. Starting 24 hours after birth, the music group listened to 15 minutes of classical music…

This study looked at how to best teach nursing students to care for a child trapped under rubble, focusing on fluid and electrolyte balance. 69 students were split into three groups: one got a 90-minute lecture, another got a 270-minute session combining lecture and simulation, a…

This study tested whether a special training program about saving water could change how women use water at home. Sixty-eight healthy women took part, and researchers measured their water habits, water footprint, and monthly water bills. The goal was to see if education can help …

This study compared gum health and levels of inflammatory substances in the mouth and blood of 25 people with non-infectious uveitis (an eye inflammation) and 27 healthy individuals. Researchers measured gum pocket depth, bleeding, and cytokines like TNF-α and IL-10. The goal was…

This completed study measured liver and spleen stiffness in 434 healthy children aged 0-18 using a non-invasive ultrasound technique called shear wave elastography. The goal was to establish normal reference values, which could help doctors better detect liver or spleen disease i…

This study tested whether practicing etamine (cross-stitch) helps midwifery students learn episiotomy repair better, feel less stressed, and have a more positive attitude toward learning. 110 students were split into two groups: one received 45-minute etamine training, the other …

This study tested whether online training sessions could help wheelchair users learn how to prevent pressure injuries (also called bedsores). Researchers split 78 wheelchair users into two groups: one received three online training sessions over two weeks, while the other did not…

This study looked at 53 people who had braces and then got a fixed lingual retainer (a wire glued behind the teeth). Researchers used ultrasound to measure gum thickness, bone levels, and other gum health signs at the start, 3 months, and 6 months after the retainer was placed. T…

This study tested a school program that teaches environmentally friendly habits and includes rhythmic exercise. 64 sixth-grade students took part, with half receiving the program. Researchers measured changes in environmental attitudes, recycling behaviors, and psychological well…

This study tested whether a five-session awareness training program could reduce bullying and victimization while increasing empathy and sympathy in adolescents. Sixty-four 9th graders were randomly assigned to either the training or a control group. The training focused on recog…

This study looked at whether adding plyometric (jump) training to regular taekwondo practice helps young athletes improve balance, joint position sense, and explosive strength. Twenty athletes aged 15–18 were split into two groups: one did jump training three times a week for eig…

This study tested how accurately two different digital methods place braces brackets. Thirty-two people aged 12-25 with mild dental crowding received brackets using either a semi-digital tray (made from a 3D printed model) or a fully digital tray (directly 3D printed). Researcher…

This study looked at whether adding simulation exercises and out-of-class activities to the usual curriculum could improve nursing students' understanding of sustainability and the environment. A total of 72 second-year nursing students took part. The goal was to measure changes …

This study tested whether a three-week, three-session environment-based education program could improve environmentally friendly behaviors and ecological footprint awareness in 104 10th-grade students. The program was given to one group, while a control group received no special …

This study looked at whether adding high-intensity interval training (HIIT) to regular taekwondo practice for eight weeks improves agility, kick speed, and jumping in young athletes. Twenty male taekwondo athletes aged 16 to 18 took part. The experimental group did HIIT three tim…