Karabuk University

This study tested a 6-week school program called PROBTEC in 200 teens aged 14-15 who used screens over 2 hours daily. The program included health lessons, guided physical activities, and parent involvement. Results showed that teens in the program reduced their unhealthy technolo…

This study tested whether foot reflexology massage could reduce pain, improve sleep, and boost quality of life in women with migraines. Twenty-two women were split into two groups: one received 10 sessions of foot reflexology over 5 weeks, and the other served as a control. Resea…

This study tested whether a childbirth preparation program that includes progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) exercises could help pregnant women with labor pain, their preference for vaginal vs. C-section birth, and breastfeeding comfort. Forty pregnant women participated, with o…

This study tested whether wet cupping therapy, an ancient practice where small cuts are made on the skin and cups are used to draw out a small amount of blood, can help people with ankylosing spondylitis, a type of arthritis that mainly affects the spine. Half of the 100 particip…

This study compared two ultrasound-guided pain-block techniques for people having gallbladder removal surgery. Sixty adults were randomly assigned to receive one of two blocks to see which better reduced pain and the need for strong painkillers after surgery. The goal is to impro…

This study tested whether doing neck exercises at home with video guidance (telerehabilitation) works as well as going to a physiotherapist in person. Thirty-one university students with text neck syndrome followed a six-week exercise program. Both groups improved their neck musc…

This study looked at whether covering the incubator with a white cover and giving baby massage during phototherapy can lower bilirubin levels and shorten treatment time in newborns with jaundice. Researchers studied 60 full-term babies receiving phototherapy. The goal was to see …

This study looked at 60 adults who had knee replacement surgery to see which nerve block combination works better for pain relief. One group received a BiFeS block plus an adductor canal block, and the other received an IPACK block plus an adductor canal block. Researchers measur…

This study tested whether taking olive leaf extract for four weeks could improve physical performance, reduce muscle soreness, and enhance sleep quality in 18 elite male handball players. Participants received either a daily 500 mg olive leaf supplement or a placebo. The goal was…

This study looked at whether using virtual reality glasses or music during burn dressing changes can lower pain, anxiety, and fear of pain. 120 adults with burns on less than 15% of their body took part. Researchers measured their pain and anxiety levels using standard scales.

This study tested a short nurse-led training program for people caring for a family member at home. 42 caregivers were split into two groups: one received the training, the other got usual support. The program aimed to help caregivers feel more capable and better able to handle s…

This study tested Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), a simple tapping method, to help women with endometriosis manage pelvic pain. 64 women aged 18-49 with moderate to severe pain took part. Researchers measured pain levels and quality of life to see if EFT offers a low-cost, ea…

This study tested whether dry needling—a treatment that uses thin needles to release tight muscles—can reduce pain and improve wrist movement in people with mild to moderate carpal tunnel syndrome. 78 adults took part, and researchers measured pain, range of motion, and hand func…

This study tested a therapy where chronic stroke patients watch simple arm and hand actions on a screen and then imitate them. The goal was to see if doing this via video calls (telerehabilitation) works as well as doing it in person. 26 patients with left-side weakness took part…

This study looked at whether placing a white cover over newborns and giving them gentle massage can lower bilirubin levels faster and shorten the time they need light therapy (phototherapy) for jaundice caused by ABO blood type incompatibility. The study included 60 full-term bab…

This study tested whether reading therapeutic stories to hospitalized children aged 4-6 could lower their fear of medical tools and procedures, reduce problematic screen use, and ease parental stress. 44 children and their parents took part, with some receiving story sessions for…

This completed study from Turkey examined 81 adults aged 45–80 with lumbar spinal stenosis—a condition that causes back and leg pain when walking. Researchers measured pain, disability, sleep quality, depression, and a condition called central sensitization (where the nervous sys…

This completed study looked at 83 adults with chronic non-specific neck pain to understand how their pain affects body awareness and sensitivity. Researchers measured pain intensity, pain threshold, disability, and how well participants could sense their neck position. The goal w…

This study looked at 128 physiotherapy students to see if taking an academic literacy class helped with their reading, writing, and thinking skills. Researchers compared students who took the class to those who did not using surveys. The goal was to understand if such education b…

This study tested whether using augmented reality (AR) or a 3D hip model helps first-year nursing students learn how to give intramuscular injections better than traditional methods. 146 students were randomly assigned to practice with AR, a 3D model, or a standard model. Researc…

This study looked at whether using high-tech simulators (like realistic mannequins) helps midwifery students learn how to manage breech births better than using basic mannequins. 102 students were split into two groups and tested on their knowledge and skills. The goal was to see…

This study looked at how smoking affects pain threshold, neck position sense, and grip strength in 132 women aged 18-45, comparing smokers to non-smokers. Researchers measured pressure pain threshold, how accurately women could sense their neck position, and hand grip strength. T…

This completed study examined 103 adults with chronic non-specific low back pain to understand how body awareness, central sensitization (overactive pain signaling), disability, and muscle endurance are related. Researchers measured pain intensity, pressure pain threshold, and tr…

This study tested whether peer education works better than traditional lectures for teaching university students about the risks of secondhand and thirdhand tobacco smoke. 107 students in a geriatric care program took part. The goal was to see if peer-led sessions boost knowledge…

This study looked at how two different high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts affect physical performance in competitive table tennis players. Twenty-four male players aged 18-24 did either bodyweight/plyometric exercises or kettlebell exercises twice a week for eight w…

This study looked at 166 pregnant women to understand how searching for health information online (cyberchondria) relates to their anxiety levels and how they view their own health. Researchers used questionnaires to measure these factors. The goal was to learn more about this co…

This study looked at 105 university students to see if smartphone addiction is linked to changes in neck posture, neck movement sense, and balance. Participants completed surveys and physical tests measuring neck angle, proprioception, and static balance. The goal was to understa…

This study explored how frailty affects people with lumbar spinal stenosis, a common age-related back condition. Researchers measured pain, balance, disability, fear of falling, and quality of life in 91 participants aged 45-80. The goal was to better understand frailty in this g…

This study tested a new way to teach personal safety to 60 children aged 4-5. Half of the kids took part in a special program using games and activities based on multiple intelligences theory, while the other half had regular lessons. The program aimed to improve children's knowl…

This study tested whether wet cupping therapy—a traditional practice where small cuts are made and blood is drawn—can increase oxygen levels in the brain. Forty healthy adults had their brain oxygen measured before, during, and after the therapy using a special device called NIRS…

This study looked at how shoulder pain impacts joint awareness, balance, touch sensation, and muscle strength in people who have had a stroke and have lasting weakness on one side (hemiplegia). Researchers measured these factors in 78 participants to better understand the effects…