Ege University

This study looks at whether giving tranexamic acid (TXA) after delivery during a repeat C-section can reduce blood loss in women at low risk for bleeding. About 204 women having their second or third scheduled C-section will take part. The goal is to see if TXA helps without harm…

This study tests whether teaching patients a gentle, circular belly massage (called effleurage) before abdominal surgery can help prevent constipation after the operation. About 42 adults having abdominal surgery will be split into two groups: one learns the massage technique and…

This study tests a virtual reality program called 'Health at My Feet' for people with type 2 diabetes. The program aims to teach foot care through VR goggles and videos, with weekly reminders. Researchers will measure if it improves knowledge, self-care, and foot health in 70 par…

This study tests whether a nurse-led early mobilization protocol helps people recover better after elective colorectal surgery. Eighty adults will be randomly assigned to either the early mobilization plan or standard care. The goal is to see if early, guided movement improves wa…

This study tests whether listening to calming music or using virtual reality can reduce pain, anxiety, and fear in children aged 6-12 with leukaemia who need care for painful mouth sores caused by chemotherapy. Forty-five children will be randomly assigned to a music group, a VR …

This study looks at whether watching a virtual reality (VR) video can help children aged 7 to 12 feel less pain and fear when getting an IV. About 150 kids having day surgery will be randomly placed into one of three groups: watching an aquarium video, a kaleidoscope video, or ge…

This study tests whether adding telerehabilitation-based dual-task exercises (combining physical and cognitive tasks) to standard physiotherapy can reduce pain and improve jaw function in 30 young adults with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction. Participants will be split i…

This study tests whether watching a short, 5-minute mindfulness breathing video each day for 6 weeks can improve quality of life and mental well-being in people with breast cancer. About 50 adults who have finished chemotherapy will participate. The goal is to see if this simple,…

This study looks at two simple, drug-free methods—Helfer Skin Tap (gentle tapping near the injection site) and vibration—to see if they can lower pain and fear in children aged 5-10 getting a shot in the emergency room. About 186 children will be randomly assigned to one of these…

This study tests whether a mobile education app based on Kolcaba's Comfort Theory can improve comfort and well-being for people living with a stoma. About 68 adults scheduled for stoma surgery will be randomly assigned to use the app plus standard care, or standard care alone. Th…

This study follows 280 older adults (65+) who visit the emergency room after a simple fall and are sent home. Researchers want to see how often their ability to do daily tasks like bathing or dressing declines in the month after the fall. Participants answer questions about their…

This study tests whether virtual reality (VR) training can improve how paramedic students handle crush syndrome, a serious condition from disasters. Researchers will compare VR simulation to traditional lectures in 61 second-year students. The goal is to see if VR boosts knowledg…