Biruni University

This study looked at whether adding ozone gas to standard deep-cleaning treatment helps people with gum disease (periodontitis). 18 healthy adults received standard cleaning on one side of their mouth and standard cleaning plus ozone on the other side. Researchers measured gum po…

This study tested whether a personalized nutrition plan with special amino acids could improve muscle health in 40 men with stomach cancer who had surgery. The intervention group received extra protein and amino acids based on their needs, while the control group got standard car…

This study compared adding Mulligan SNAG (a type of hands-on therapy) to standard physiotherapy for people with long-term low back pain. Thirty adults with pain lasting at least 6 months were randomly assigned to receive either SNAG plus physiotherapy, physiotherapy alone, or a f…

This study looked at whether adding task-oriented training (practicing real-life arm movements) to standard rehab helps people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago. 39 participants took part. The goal was to improve arm muscle thickness and motor function. Results may help guid…

This study tested a simple, non-invasive idea: playing recordings of a mother's voice to her baby in the NICU, while the mother listens to her baby's sounds. The goal was to see if this voice exchange could improve mother-infant bonding and breastfeeding success. The study involv…

This study looked at whether listening to music during a common fetal check-up (non-stress test) can help pregnant women feel less anxious and more positive. 100 pregnant women took part, with half listening to music and half receiving standard care. The goal was to see if this s…

This study looked at whether functional inspiratory muscle training (special breathing exercises) can improve body composition, heart health, and breathing in people with obesity. 45 adults aged 25-60 with a BMI between 30-40 took part. The goal was to see if these exercises coul…

This study looked at whether classical massage can reduce pain and improve daily life in people with myofascial pain syndrome, a condition causing muscle knots and radiating pain. Sixty adults aged 30-50 with persistent neck and arm pain took part. Researchers compared massage al…

This study tested whether using a laser or different sonic cleaning tools during a root canal could lower pain after the procedure. Eighty adults with infected single-root teeth were split into four groups, each receiving a different cleaning method. Patients reported their pain …

This study tested whether mild electrical brain stimulation (TDCS) applied for 5 days in a row could improve speech fluency in 36 adults who stutter. Participants received either real stimulation or a sham (fake) version while doing fluency exercises. The main goal was to see if …

This study tested whether placing stitches in the roof of the mouth before taking a gum graft can reduce bleeding and pain. Thirty-two adults with gum recession were involved. The approach aims to improve patient comfort and healing after surgery.

This study looked at two different arm-strengthening exercises in 14 children aged 5-12 with unilateral spastic cerebral palsy (one-sided weakness). The goal was to see which approach—bilateral exercises based on PNF patterns or plyometric exercises—better improves muscle thickne…

This study looked at whether balance training with stroboscopic glasses (glasses that flicker) could help female volleyball players with chronic ankle instability. Twenty-four players did balance exercises while wearing the glasses. The goal was to see if this improved their bala…

This study tested whether applying chitosan (a natural substance from shellfish) and i-PRF (a concentrate from the patient's own blood) can speed up healing and reduce pain after gum graft surgery. 68 healthy adults who needed a gum graft were divided into three groups: one recei…

This study looked at whether Baduanjin, a gentle mind-body exercise, can help people with knee osteoarthritis reduce pain, improve balance, and overcome fear of movement. Sixty adults aged 40 to 70 with knee OA were split into three groups: one did standard exercises, one added B…

This study looked at whether adding one-on-one counseling to standard childbirth classes helps first-time mothers feel more prepared for pregnancy and birth. 110 pregnant women in Istanbul took part. Half got classes plus counseling, the other half got classes only. Researchers m…

This study examined whether knowing dental health terms is linked to gum health in 108 Turkish adults. Participants took a reading test about dental words and had a gum exam. The goal was to see if people with lower health literacy have worse gum disease, highlighting the need fo…

This study tested a new, all-in-one breathing exercise device made in Turkey. 40 healthy adults used either the new device or standard devices for 8 weeks. Researchers measured lung function and breathing muscle strength to see if the new device works as well as existing ones.

This study looked at 46 men aged 18-30 to see if elite wrestlers have better trunk strength and balance than people who don't exercise regularly. Researchers measured core muscle power and stability in both groups. The goal was to understand how years of wrestling training might …

This study looked at how different training frequencies (how many times per week) affect explosive leg strength in 30 adolescent tennis players aged 12-18. Over six weeks, participants did functional training and were tested on jumps and strength. The goal was to find the best tr…

This study looked at whether listening to music at different frequencies while doing yoga-based exercises can improve both physical fitness and thinking skills in inactive young adults aged 18-35. Thirty healthy but inactive participants completed tests of lower body strength and…

This study looked at whether adding recovery training to regular tennis practice improves lower leg explosive strength in athletes aged 11-17. Twenty-eight players were split into two groups: one did only their usual tennis training, while the other also did recovery exercises. A…

This study looked at whether thermal imaging (a camera that measures body heat) can be a reliable tool to assess injury risk in volleyball players. Researchers compared thermal images with standard performance tests like jumping and balance in 33 amateur and professional players.…

This study looked at how muscle strength relates to balance in 72 people, comparing healthy individuals to those with chronic ankle instability or ACL knee injuries. Researchers measured static and dynamic balance using a special platform. The goal was to understand how lower lim…

This study looked at how tiredness from basketball practice affects balance and jumping in 34 teen athletes aged 13-18. Players did balance and jump tests before and after training to see if fatigue changed their performance. The goal was to understand these effects and whether t…

This study tested whether artificial intelligence (AI) could predict fall risk in 30 people with Parkinson's disease. Participants performed walking tests, both alone and while doing a thinking task (dual-task), to see which better predicted falls. The goal was to create a tool t…

This study looked at whether an 8-week core stabilization exercise program improves balance and trunk endurance in people who had ACL reconstruction surgery. It included 15 people with ACL surgery and 15 healthy individuals, all doing the same exercises twice a week. The goal was…

This study looked at how blood flow restriction (BFR) training—using a cuff to limit blood flow during exercise—affects balance and body awareness. 74 healthy adults aged 18-35 were split into three groups: BFR, sham, and control. Researchers measured balance and joint position s…

This study looked at how standing versus squatting during the first stage of labor affects birth length, comfort, pain, and feelings of trauma. 82 women who had given birth before took part. The goal was to see which position might make labor better for moms.