Aydin Adnan Menderes University

This study looked at 46 adults having spinal surgery to see if giving a nerve block (ESP block) before or after surgery makes a difference in pain and recovery. The goal was to find out which timing reduces the need for strong painkillers and helps patients feel better sooner. Re…

This study tested whether an 8-week mindfulness-based psychoeducation program could help people with anxiety disorders feel less stressed, handle uncertainty better, and think more flexibly. Fifty adults diagnosed with anxiety were split into two groups: one received the mindfuln…

This study tested a simple hopscotch exercise program for women in early labor. 110 first-time mothers were split into two groups: one did the hopscotch moves plus standard care, the other had standard care only. Researchers measured how satisfied mothers were with their birth ex…

This study tested whether playing positive affirmations and music during a cesarean section can lower a mother's anxiety and improve breastfeeding. 99 pregnant women scheduled for a planned C-section took part. Researchers measured anxiety levels and checked breastfeeding-related…

This study tested an 8-week mindfulness program for 60 primary caregivers of people with chronic mental illness. The goal was to see if it could improve their thinking skills, emotional well-being, and self-compassion. Results may help develop better support for caregivers facing…

This study looked at whether a gentle stretching technique called neurodynamic mobilization can help people with a herniated (slipped) disc in their lower back. Forty adults with low back pain for at least six weeks took part. The goal was to see if the stretches could reduce pai…

This study tested whether applying heat to the feet with a hot-water bottle could reduce pain and bloating after gallbladder removal. 82 adults who had laparoscopic surgery were randomly assigned to receive foot heat or standard care. Pain and abdominal distension were measured o…

This study tested a short, structured therapy called Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) in 46 vocational school students with low hope levels. Half received the therapy in person, while the other half continued as usual. Researchers measured changes in hope, problem-solving sk…

This study tested whether using an EEG brain monitor during general anesthesia helps reduce confusion (delirium) and pain after dental surgery in children. 92 kids aged 4-10 were split into two groups: one got standard anesthesia monitoring, the other got extra EEG monitoring to …

This study tested whether a special sleep cap helps newborns in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) sleep longer and have steadier heart rates, breathing, and oxygen levels. Researchers watched 53 stable infants overnight for three nights. The goal was to see if the cap could…

This study tested whether online mindfulness training could help pregnant women feel less afraid of childbirth and more satisfied with their birth experience. 38 first-time mothers in Turkey took part. The training focused on coping with fear through mindfulness exercises deliver…

This study looked at two different methods to control pain after lumbar (lower back) surgery: a local anesthetic injection near the incision and an ESP block (an injection near the spine). The goal was to see which one helps patients recover better and feel less pain in the first…

This study looked at whether a six-week health behavior training program could improve sleep quality and physical activity in pregnant women. 57 women in their early third trimester took part. The training group received education on healthy habits, while the control group had on…

This study measured three specific proteins (TREM-1, MMP-8, and TIMP-1) in the fluid around dental implants in 54 people with peri-implantitis, an infection around implants. The goal was to see if these proteins are linked to the disease. Researchers used a lab test called ELISA …

This study looked back at the medical records of 67 children treated for anaphylaxis (a severe allergic reaction) in a hospital emergency department over 10 years. The goal was to find out how long doctors watched them, how often a second wave of symptoms (biphasic reaction) occu…

This study tested whether using virtual reality (VR) to teach patients about post-surgery care helps them feel more ready to go home after a prostatectomy. 46 adults were split into two groups: one got standard discharge instructions, the other used a VR program. The VR group sho…

This study looked at whether adding special back mobility exercises to regular training helps teenage female volleyball players improve their strength, endurance, and how fast they can spike or serve. 26 girls aged 13-17 took part, with one group doing the extra exercises for fou…

This study looked at 114 children aged 2 to 7 having urogenital surgery to see if being anxious before the operation leads to more pain or confusion after waking up. Researchers measured anxiety right before anesthesia and then tracked pain, delirium, and recovery in the recovery…

This study tested whether using virtual reality games or escape room activities helps nursing students learn how to give subcutaneous injections better than traditional teaching. 54 first-year nursing students were split into three groups: one used VR games, one used escape room …

This study tested whether using a virtual reality game or watching a video helps nursing students learn how to give subcutaneous injections better than just watching a live demonstration. 96 first-year nursing students were split into three groups and their skills and confidence …

This study looked at 130 people with ureteral stones to see if using a smaller or larger ureteroscope changes how well the stones are removed and how stressed the surgeon feels. Surgeons reported their anxiety levels before and after each procedure using a standard questionnaire.…

This study looked at the types of bacteria in the mouths of 30 people—some with gastritis (stomach inflammation) and some without. Researchers wanted to see if stomach problems are linked to gum health by comparing the oral microbiome. No treatment was given; the goal was simply …

This study tested whether playing an escape room game helps nursing students learn more about pressure ulcers compared to traditional lectures. 56 senior nursing students were split into two groups: one played the game after a lecture, the other only had the lecture. Their knowle…