Kirsehir Ahi Evran Universitesi

This study tested Rocabado exercises—a set of movements for the jaw and neck—in 62 adults with chronic neck pain lasting at least 3 months. Participants did the exercises to see if they could reduce neck disability and improve movement. The goal was to find a drug-free way to eas…

This study tested two non-invasive treatments for tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis): extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) and phonophoresis (ultrasound with gel). Sixty adults with elbow pain for at least 3 months were enrolled. Researchers measured pain, hand grip strengt…

This study looked at whether teaching people with long-term low back pain about their condition (like safe movements and pain management) can improve their symptoms. 40 adults with chronic low back pain were split into two groups: one got standard care, and the other got standard…

This study tested a program to help children aged 8-12 with cystic fibrosis and their mothers build life skills and psychological resilience. The program included activities like laughter yoga and counseling. Researchers measured lung function, quality of life, and emotional well…

This study tested whether adding AI-generated exercise advice from ChatGPT or DeepSeek to standard physical therapy helps people with shoulder pain. 75 adults with subacromial pain syndrome were split into three groups: standard therapy alone, or standard therapy plus AI-guided e…

This study tested whether using virtual reality (VR) during femoral sheath removal after coronary angiography can lower pain, anxiety, and changes in vital signs. One hundred adults were randomly assigned to either wear VR goggles or receive standard care during the procedure. Th…

This study tested whether adding gentle upper back (thoracic) mobility exercises to a standard core stabilization program provides extra relief for people with chronic non-specific neck pain. Fifty-four adults with neck pain lasting at least 3 months participated. Researchers mea…

This study tested a 5-day neck education program for 62 parents of children with disabilities who had chronic neck pain. The program included daily 60-minute sessions on neck care. After 12 weeks, parents who took the program reported better neck function, though pain levels and …

This study tested whether combining underwater ultrasound therapy with custom-made foot insoles can reduce pain and improve daily function in people with rheumatoid arthritis affecting the feet. Fifty-five participants with early-stage foot involvement were enrolled. The goal was…

This study tested whether adding simple posture exercises done at home to regular medication could help people with fibromyalgia. Fifty-five adults took part. Researchers measured pain, spine movement, anxiety, sleep quality, and overall well-being. The goal was to see if a low-c…

This study looked at whether combining task-oriented training (practicing everyday hand tasks) with Mulligan mobilization (a gentle joint movement technique) could improve hand function, reduce pain, and boost quality of life in 54 adults with rheumatoid arthritis. Participants w…

This study tested whether light-up shoes that flash when you step can improve balance and walking in older adults. 52 people over age 65 tried walking barefoot, in regular shoes, and in light-up shoes. Researchers measured balance and fall risk to see if the visual cue from the l…

This study looked at whether short foot exercises and a type of joint mobilization could help young adults with flat feet (pes planus). 45 people with flexible flat feet took part. The goal was to see if these treatments improve balance and movement skills. The results could offe…

This study tested whether virtual reality (VR) exercises could help people with frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) as well as or better than standard physical therapy. 90 adults aged 18-65 with frozen shoulder took part. Researchers measured pain, shoulder movement, and daily …

This study looked at whether adding a gentle muscle-release technique (myofascial relaxation) to core-strengthening exercises helps people with long-term neck pain. 45 adults with neck pain for at least 3 months were split into two groups: one did only core exercises, the other a…

This study looked at how breathing and leg muscles use oxygen during intense arm and leg exercise in healthy young women and men. Twenty-four physically active adults aged 18-35 completed cycling and arm ergometer tests while their muscle oxygen levels were measured. The goal was…

This study looked at 46 people having arm surgery with a nerve block to see if their emotional personality type affected pain and anesthesia success. Researchers found that anxious patients were more likely to need extra sedation or general anesthesia, and reported higher pain af…

This study looked at how rheumatoid arthritis (RA) affects arm exercise ability, hand grip strength, and everyday activities like reaching and carrying. Researchers tested 26 adults with RA using simple physical tests and questionnaires. The goal was to better understand these li…

This study looked at whether a simple test called the six-minute pegboard and ring test (6-PBRT) is a good way to measure arm exercise ability in people with rheumatoid arthritis. Forty adults with the condition did the test, along with other arm strength and function tests. The …

This study looked at 51 people with chronic neck pain to see how oxygen levels in the neck muscles relate to arm exercise ability, muscle strength, and everyday activities. Researchers measured muscle oxygen with a special device and tested arm function with a pegboard and ring t…

This study looked at how fear of movement (kinesiophobia) affects people with chronic neck pain. Researchers studied 120 adults aged 18-65 who had neck pain for at least 3 months. They measured pain, disability, strength, and quality of life to see how fear of movement relates to…

This study looked at how having fibromyalgia changes body measurements and sleep patterns in people with obstructive sleep apnea. Researchers measured neck, waist, and hip sizes, and used sleep tests and ultrasound to compare 77 participants. The goal was to better understand the…