Hasan Kalyoncu University

This study compared two different approaches—orofacial therapy and therapeutic yoga—to see which might better help children with Down syndrome. Thirty children, aged 5 to 12, participated. Researchers measured improvements in swallowing, sleep habits, and overall quality of life …

This study tested whether a mother-baby yoga program could help mothers who gave birth prematurely. Researchers wanted to see if yoga could reduce mothers' stress, anxiety, and depression while also improving their bond with their baby and easing fears about their baby's fragilit…

This study tested different physical therapy approaches to ease headaches caused by jaw problems. 60 adults with jaw-related headaches were split into three groups to compare standard exercises, exercises plus hands-on manual therapy, and exercises plus a specialized cognitive ex…

This study tested whether adding guided relaxation exercises to standard care could help people with a slipped disc in their lower back. 96 participants were randomly assigned to either receive standard care alone or standard care plus a program of supervised relaxation exercises…

This study tested whether providing structured home exercise instructions could help people feel better after a liver transplant. Researchers compared giving exercise advice through a brochure, a video, or just standard care. They wanted to see if these simple tools could help pe…

This study tested whether a school-based mindfulness program could help preschool children (ages 4-6) improve their readiness for school. The 8-week program included activities to help children focus their attention, manage emotions, and develop self-awareness. Researchers compar…

This study tested whether adding kinesiology taping or ischemic compression to standard physical therapy helps people with long-term low back pain. 102 participants with pain lasting at least 12 weeks were split into three groups to receive either standard care alone, standard ca…

This study tested whether remote nursing support and a mobile app could help people recover better after surgery for a slipped disc in the lower back. Researchers followed 107 patients to see if this 'telenursing' approach could reduce complications, hospital readmissions, anxiet…

This study tested whether listening to music could help women feel less anxious and experience less pain during an embryo transfer procedure, which is part of IVF treatment. Researchers compared a group of women who listened to their choice of music during the procedure to a grou…

This study looked at whether two simple, non-drug methods could help people with burns feel better during painful dressing changes. Researchers tested if doing breathing exercises or squeezing a stress ball could reduce pain and anxiety for 210 adult outpatients. They measured pa…

This study tested if using augmented reality (AR) technology could make standard scoliosis exercises more effective for teenagers. Thirty teens with mild to moderate scoliosis were split into two groups: one did standard exercises, and the other did the same exercises with AR ass…

This study tested whether a hands-on physical therapy technique called fascial mobilization could help new mothers experiencing carpal tunnel syndrome after giving birth. It involved 30 women in their first year postpartum who had pregnancy-related hand pain, numbness, and weakne…

This study tested whether watching exercise videos before doing the same exercises could help older adults more than just exercising alone. 162 people aged 65 and older were split into three groups: one did regular exercises, one watched videos first and then exercised, and one d…

This study tested whether a 12-week exercise program delivered via video calls could help adults recover after a liver transplant. 140 participants were randomly assigned to either receive standard care or the video exercise sessions twice a week. The goal was to see if this conv…

This study tested whether an 8-week mindfulness training program could help reduce stress for women who had been through a major disaster like an earthquake or flood. 70 women who reported moderate to high stress levels participated, with half receiving the mindfulness classes an…

This study tested whether a special exercise program could help liver transplant patients. It compared standard physical therapy to exercises that combine movement with thinking tasks. The goal was to see if these 'motor-cognitive' exercises could improve memory, balance, and wal…

This study tested whether adding a gentle hands-on therapy called strain counterstrain to standard care helps women with fibromyalgia. 105 participants were split into groups to compare standard care alone versus standard care plus the new therapy over three weeks. Researchers me…

This study aimed to understand the connection between thoughts, fear of movement, body awareness, and arm/shoulder function in people with long-term neck pain. Researchers surveyed 114 adults who had experienced neck pain for over three months. The goal was to gather information …

This study aimed to understand how caring for a loved one getting a liver transplant affects the caregiver's own health. Researchers followed 119 caregivers, measuring their fatigue, stress, and physical activity levels before the transplant and again at 3 and 6 months after. The…

This completed study examined whether better physical fitness helps older adults maintain their balance. Researchers tested 153 people aged 65+ with simple fitness tasks like chair stands and walking, then measured their balance while standing still and moving. They found that ce…