Uskudar University

This study looked at whether teaching bank employees about ergonomics and giving them breathing exercises could reduce their muscle and joint pain, improve their posture, and increase their awareness of how they sit and breathe. 62 office workers who sit at computers for at least…

This study tested whether adding a gentle exercise with blood flow restriction to standard physical therapy helps people recover better after meniscus knee surgery. 36 adults with ongoing knee pain took part. The goal was to see if this approach could improve muscle strength, red…

This study tested whether teaching mothers about diaper rash care through a short video improves their knowledge and reduces the severity of their baby's rash. 74 first-time mothers of infants up to 6 months old took part. Half watched the video, half did not. The goal was to see…

This study looked at whether training the muscles used for breathing can help people with long-term low back pain. 40 adults with pain lasting at least 3 months did breathing exercises, and researchers measured changes in diaphragm function, core stability, pain, and quality of l…

This study tested whether adding Reformer Pilates to manual therapy helps women with long-term low back pain more than manual therapy alone. Forty women aged 25 to 55 took part. Researchers measured pain, flexibility, strength, and daily function to see which approach worked bett…

This study looked at whether adding dynamic neuromuscular stabilization breathing exercises to standard Schroth exercises helps teens with scoliosis. 26 participants aged 10-18 with mild to moderate curves were enrolled. Researchers measured spine curvature, breathing strength, p…

This study looked at whether adding virtual reality (VR) exercises to standard physical therapy helps people with a slipped disc in their lower back. 93 adults with long-term back pain took part. Researchers measured changes in balance, pain, fear of movement, depression, and qua…

This study tested whether Pilates exercises can reduce neck pain in violinists. Thirty violinists with non-specific neck pain took part. Researchers measured sleep quality, neck disability, and pain levels before and after the exercises. The goal was to see if Pilates could be a …

This study looked at whether reformer Pilates or mat Pilates is better for women with a slipped disc in the lower back. Forty women took part, and researchers measured pain, quality of life, and fear of movement. The goal was to see which exercise approach helps more.

This study looked at whether doing Pilates exercises can reduce pain and other symptoms of dysmenorrhea (painful periods). Fifty-six women aged 18 to 50 with regular menstrual pain took part. Researchers measured changes in pain, fatigue, and sleep quality using standard question…

This study tested whether an artificial intelligence program could create a reformer Pilates workout that improves forward head posture as effectively as one designed by a human instructor. Forty adults with poor posture did either the AI or studio-designed exercises twice a week…

This study looked at whether a specific type of exercise called dynamic neuromuscular stabilization can help people with chronic low back pain. Twenty adults with pain lasting at least six months took part. Researchers measured changes in pain, posture, daily function, and qualit…

This study looked at whether a type of exercise called dynamic neuromuscular stabilization helps people who had surgery for a slipped disc in their lower back. 50 adults aged 35-50 took part. The goal was to see if these exercises could reduce pain, improve daily function, and le…

This study looked at whether high-intensity functional exercise programs can improve physical health and well-being in women after menopause. 40 postmenopausal women aged 50-65 took part. The exercises were designed to be short but intense, mimicking daily activities, and were su…

This study examined whether gum disease and Alzheimer's disease are connected through blood markers. Researchers reviewed records of 100 adults over 50 who had blood tests and dental exams. They measured gum pocket depth, bleeding, and inflammation area to find possible links. No…

This study looked at 30 adults with a curved upper back (over 40 degrees) to see if that curve was linked to shoulder pain, how well they could move their shoulder, muscle strength, and daily function. Researchers measured the curve with simple tools and asked participants about …

This study looked at 40 children with cerebral palsy to see if the quality of their early movements (around 3-5 months old) could predict their motor skills later in childhood. Researchers used video recordings of the babies' spontaneous movements and compared them to a standard …

This study looked at 53 people who had a stroke to see how tiredness (fatigue) affects their quality of life. Researchers used questionnaires to measure fatigue and overall well-being. The goal was to understand if fatigue is a major factor in how stroke survivors feel day-to-day…

This study looked at how digital game addiction impacts the muscles, bones, and quality of life in adults. Researchers surveyed 40 people aged 18-39 who played games at least 3 hours a day, 4-5 days a week. They measured pain in different body areas, sleep quality, and arm/should…

This study looked at 40 people with multiple sclerosis to see if muscle loss (sarcopenia) is linked to weaker breathing muscles and lung function. Participants did breathing tests and grip strength measurements in a single session. The goal was to understand the connection, not t…

This study looked at 153 first-time mothers to see if their body measurements (like height, weight, and BMI) are linked to pelvic size and how labor goes. Researchers measured the women's bodies and pelvises and tracked pain levels, how long labor lasted, and whether they had a v…