Hacettepe University

This study looked at whether adding quinoa and buckwheat to the diet helps overweight adults lose weight and improve their gut health. 148 healthy adults with a BMI between 25 and 35 took part. Researchers compared the effects of these grains to rice and bulgur on weight, blood s…

This study tested three non-surgical methods to treat peri-implantitis, a gum infection around dental implants that can cause bone loss. Researchers compared cleaning with titanium tools, an air abrasion device, or both in 38 adults. The goal was to see which approach best reduce…

This study looked at whether clinical Pilates, nurse coaching, and peer group work could improve general health in older adults with type 2 diabetes. 48 people aged 65 and older took part in a 12-week program. The goal was to see if these activities could help with anxiety, balan…

This study tested two different nerve blocks to see which one provides better pain relief after open kidney removal surgery. 98 adults took part. The goal was to find which block reduces pain and complications more effectively.

This study tested a laughter-based program called the Laughie Prescription on 50 nursing students in Türkiye who lived through a major earthquake. The goal was to see if it could improve their well-being and happiness while reducing post-traumatic stress. Participants completed s…

This study tested whether adding mental practice (imagining or watching movements) to standard physical therapy helps people with multiple sclerosis. 48 adults with mild disability (able to walk without aid) participated. Researchers measured walking distance, balance, and fatigu…

This study compared two types of nerve blocks (TAP and TFP) for pain relief after a total abdominal hysterectomy. 77 women received one of the two blocks, and researchers measured their pain scores and how much extra pain medicine they needed. The goal was to see which block prov…

This study looked at whether a special exercise program could help children with ADHD improve their motor skills, physical fitness, and thinking abilities. Thirty children aged 7-12 with ADHD took part. The program combined different types of exercise, and researchers measured ch…

This study looked at whether adding Thera-Band resistance bands to treadmill training helps stroke patients with depression, mobility, balance, and walking. Forty people who had a stroke took part. Half did treadmill training alone, and the other half added bands on their legs. B…

This study looked at whether a single 40-minute exercise session could reduce neck pain and fatigue in workers with chronic neck pain. 78 workers were split into three groups: aerobic exercise, combined aerobic and resistance exercise, or a control group that received education. …

This study looked at whether doing group exercise over video calls can help children with pacemakers become more active and improve their quality of life. 36 children aged 6-18 took part. One group did online exercise three times a week for eight weeks, while the other group rece…

This study tested a new therapy called Compensation-Based Problem-Solving Therapy in 52 stroke survivors. The therapy aimed to help people find new ways to do daily activities, feel more confident, and improve their quality of life. Participants were between 18 and 64 years old a…

This study tested a 4-week virtual reality (VR) back school program in 39 adults with chronic low back and leg pain. Participants either used VR or did standard back exercises. The VR group aimed to reduce pain, improve movement, and lessen fear of activity. Results showed VR can…

This study tested a nurse-led program for people getting an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD). The program used a special nursing guide to help patients feel more confident, accept their device, and be more satisfied with their care. 60 adults took part before and afte…

This study examined 42 adults with COPD to understand why some develop sarcopenia (muscle loss). Researchers measured breathing, exercise ability, muscle thickness, balance, and frailty. The goal was to identify factors linked to sarcopenia severity, not to test a treatment.

This study looked at 116 adults with non-specific neck pain to understand how it relates to jaw joint problems and migraines. Researchers measured pain, disability, and quality of life using questionnaires. The goal was to find hidden connections that could help design better, mo…

This study looked at how different types of milk affect appetite and food intake after exercise in 16 healthy, active men. Participants exercised and then drank either high-protein milk, regular milk, or a sugary drink. The researchers measured how hungry they felt and how much t…

This study looked at how two types of exercise—moderate steady cycling and high-intensity interval cycling—change a protein called oncostatin M in the blood of 15 healthy, active men. Blood samples were taken before and right after each exercise session. The goal was simply to me…

This study tested a personalized therapy program for 30 early preterm babies (born before 34 weeks) in the neonatal intensive care unit. The therapy was based on neurodevelopmental principles and aimed to improve motor development. Researchers measured changes in the babies' gene…

This study aimed to create an artificial intelligence tool that can predict which women having a cesarean section under spinal anesthesia are at risk for dangerously low blood pressure. Researchers collected data from 370 patients, including medical history and test results, to t…

This study tested whether a single session of neck exercises and posture training could immediately change how young adults with chronic neck pain move during everyday tasks like typing, eating, and lifting. 28 people took part. Researchers used motion sensors to measure joint an…

This study looked at whether arm and leg muscle strength influences daily activities, social participation, and quality of life in school-age children with cerebral palsy (CP). Researchers measured muscle strength in 140 children (ages 6–12) with CP and compared them to typically…

This study looked at how changing the speed of air pressure delivery during mechanical ventilation affects breathing in 17 stable newborns. Researchers tested different settings to see if they could improve how well the babies breathed and how the ventilator worked with them. The…

This study looked at 66 teens aged 10-19 with high blood pressure to find out what makes it hard for them to be physically active. Researchers used three questionnaires to measure barriers, expectations, and home environment. The goal was to better understand these obstacles so d…

This study examined 74 university students to see if smartphone addiction is linked to poor posture, balance problems, and lower body awareness. Participants completed surveys and physical tests measuring phone use, posture, balance, and activity levels. The goal was to understan…

This small pilot study looked at whether wearing stroboscopic glasses (which flicker like a strobe light) during training could improve agility and reaction time in 10 teenage male basketball players. Over six weeks, the players did drills while wearing the glasses, and researche…

This study looked at how flat feet (pes planus) affect the thickness and flexibility of two key foot structures: the plantar fascia and Achilles tendon. Researchers compared 93 adults aged 18-45 with flat feet to healthy volunteers using ultrasound and other measurements. The goa…

This study compared 64 adults with migraine to healthy volunteers to see if migraine affects neck stability, neck position sense, and body awareness. Participants completed questionnaires and physical tests measuring neck control and awareness. The goal was to better understand h…

This study looked at how hemophilia affects lung function, exercise ability, and physical activity in children. Researchers compared 34 children with hemophilia to healthy children of the same age. They used breathing tests, exercise on a bike, and questionnaires to measure diffe…

This study tested whether using computer models to calculate antibiotic doses (instead of standard weight-based dosing) helps critically ill children get the right amount of medication. 41 children in intensive care receiving vancomycin or amikacin took part. The goal was to see …

This study looked at how people with leg amputations (below or above the knee) use their muscles and adjust their body to stay balanced when the surface they stand on moves suddenly. Researchers measured muscle activity and movement patterns in 29 volunteers, including amputees a…

This study looked at how a specific foot-stretching routine after running affects the muscles and connective tissues in the legs and back of teenage long-distance runners. 34 runners aged 14-18 were tested before and after the routine. The goal was to see if this simple recovery …

This study explored how three different types of single-leg exercise affect walking ability, oxygen use, and blood vessel health in 26 people with COPD. The goal was to better understand how one-leg training might improve muscle and blood vessel function. Results may help design …

This study looked at whether telling patients to focus on something outside their body (like a target) versus inside their body (like their own muscle) during exercises changes thigh muscle activation after ACL reconstruction. 24 people who had ACL surgery took part. The goal was…

This study involved 97 adolescents with cerebral palsy, their caregivers, and physiotherapists. Researchers asked each group to rate the teen's quality of life using a standard questionnaire. The goal was to see how well the different perspectives matched. No treatment or interve…

This study looked at 110 adults with different hip problems, such as arthritis, impingement, labral tears, dysplasia, or avascular necrosis. Researchers measured their posture, muscle strength, balance, pain, and quality of life to understand how these issues affect daily functio…

This study looked at how trunk (core) muscle endurance and flexibility relate to athletic performance in 38 elite tennis players aged 11-18. Participants completed tests for sprint speed, agility, jump height, balance, and flexibility. The goal is to help coaches design better tr…