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Clinical trials sponsored by Cumhuriyet University, explained in plain language.
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Simple relaxation techniques may ease menopause stress and anxiety
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looks at whether progressive relaxation exercises and planned education can help menopausal women reduce their symptoms, stress, and anxiety. About 144 women going through menopause will take part. They will learn relaxation techniques and receive education, and resear…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cumhuriyet University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 06:12 UTC
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New study aims to find best pain relief for belly surgery patients
Symptom relief OngoingThis study compares two types of nerve blocks (M-TAPA and RSB) to see which works better for pain after abdominal surgery. Sixty adults having surgery through a midline belly cut will be enrolled. The goal is to find which method reduces pain and the need for extra pain medicine.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cumhuriyet University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 06:08 UTC
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New pain block may cut opioid use after kidney stone surgery
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looks at whether a special nerve block (quadro-iliac plane block) can reduce pain and the need for painkillers after kidney stone surgery. About 60 adults having this surgery will be included. The goal is to see if this block makes recovery more comfortable and lowers …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cumhuriyet University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 04:37 UTC
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New study tests best way to push during labor to reduce pain and fatigue
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looks at different pushing methods during childbirth to find out which one helps shorten labor, lessen pain, and reduce tiredness. It involves 128 first-time mothers having a normal vaginal delivery. Researchers will measure pain and fatigue levels to see which techniq…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cumhuriyet University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:54 UTC
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New nerve block technique may spare breathing after shoulder surgery
Symptom relief OngoingThis study compares two types of nerve blocks for pain after arthroscopic shoulder surgery. One block targets the shoulder directly, while the other aims to avoid temporary paralysis of the diaphragm, which can affect breathing. Thirty adults having shoulder surgery will be rando…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cumhuriyet University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:52 UTC
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New nerve block may cut painkiller use after neck surgery
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looks at whether a special nerve block (serratus posterior superior intercostal plane block) can reduce pain and the need for painkillers after cervical disc herniation surgery. About 40 adults having this neck surgery will be included. The goal is to see if this block…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cumhuriyet University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:50 UTC
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Balance exercises may ease shoulder pain and boost strength
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a new exercise program that uses balance challenges to improve shoulder function in people with partial rotator cuff tears. Sixty adults will be randomly assigned to either standard physical therapy or this new approach. Researchers will measure pain, strength, m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cumhuriyet University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:56 UTC
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Which nerve block eases post-surgery pain better? new study aims to find out.
Symptom relief OngoingThis study compares two types of nerve blocks (S-TAP vs. Rectus Sheath Block) to see which one better controls pain after abdominal surgery with a midline cut. Sixty adults having this surgery will rate their pain and track how much extra pain medicine they need. The goal is to f…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cumhuriyet University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:55 UTC
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Passive Smoking's hidden toll on Kids' gums revealed
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how secondhand smoke affects the gums of 146 healthy children. Researchers measure specific proteins and nicotine byproducts in saliva to detect early signs of gum inflammation. No treatment is given—the goal is simply to understand the link between passive sm…
Sponsor: Cumhuriyet University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 06:12 UTC
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Can an AI coach teach teens better period care than a teacher or a pamphlet?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests three ways to teach teen girls about managing period pain and staying clean and healthy. One group uses a smartphone app with artificial intelligence, another gets lessons from a nurse, and a third just reads a brochure. Researchers will check which method helps …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cumhuriyet University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 06:06 UTC
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Can a light treatment make dental implants safer?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether treating dental implants with UV light can reduce the release of tiny titanium particles into the body. Titanium implants can corrode over time, which may cause inflammation or other problems. Researchers will measure titanium levels in 64 people right…
Sponsor: Cumhuriyet University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:57 UTC