Kastamonu University

This study tested whether adding more daily movement to a regular aerobic exercise routine provides better heart and metabolic health benefits than exercise alone for overweight young women. Researchers compared two groups over 8 weeks: one did aerobic exercise, while the other d…

This study compared two different surgical techniques for cleaning out blocked neck arteries to prevent strokes. Doctors followed 129 patients who had this surgery to see which method led to fewer complications like strokes or artery re-blockage in the first month after the opera…

This study tested whether applying a special elastic tape (KinesioTaping) around chest drain sites could help reduce pain after heart surgery. Researchers compared pain levels in 100 patients who received the tape to those who got standard care alone. The goal was to see if this …

This study tested whether using virtual reality (VR) glasses could help patients feel less pain and anxiety during a procedure to open blocked leg arteries, called peripheral angioplasty. Patients were randomly assigned to either use VR distraction or receive standard care during…

This study tested whether adding jump training to regular basketball practice improves athletic performance. Researchers divided 24 male college basketball players into two groups: one continued normal training while the other added jump exercises twice weekly for 8 weeks. They m…

This study aimed to understand how elite taekwondo athletes' bodies and minds respond to different high-intensity combat training formats. Researchers measured 20 experienced national-level athletes' heart rates, fatigue levels, and jump performance during simulated fights with v…