Kto Karatay University

This study tested whether a specific nursing approach (Levine Conservation Model) could reduce fatigue, nerve pain, and anxiety in 68 colorectal cancer patients receiving chemotherapy. Participants were adults aged 18-75 with stage II or III colorectal cancer starting FOLFOX trea…

This study tested Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), a therapy that combines tapping on acupressure points with cognitive techniques, to see if it could reduce fear of childbirth and improve birth memories and feelings of security after birth. Sixty-eight first-time pregnant wome…

This study looked at whether therapeutic touch—a gentle, non-invasive technique—can help people aged 65 to 85 who are in the hospital with chronic illnesses sleep better and feel less anxious. Researchers compared a group that received therapeutic touch to a control group. The go…

This study looked at whether sanitary pads containing active oxygen and negative ions can reduce pain and help wounds heal faster in first-time mothers who had an episiotomy (a cut made during childbirth). 66 women were randomly assigned to use either these special pads or regula…

This study tested whether Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), a type of tapping therapy, can help first-time mothers feel safer, less anxious, and have less pain after a planned cesarean section. Sixty women were split into two groups: one received EFT in the first 24 hours after…

This study looked at whether smelling lavender can help older adults sleep better and improve their physical balance. Researchers worked with 90 elderly volunteers, using sleep quality scores and balance tests to measure effects. The goal was to find a safe, non-drug way to impro…

This study tested two non-drug methods—therapeutic touch and emotional freedom technique (tapping on acupoints)—to see if they improve mood and reduce fatigue in new mothers. Sixty women who had a vaginal birth were split into three groups: one received touch therapy, one did tap…

This study tested two physiotherapy methods—therapeutic ultrasound and phonophoresis (ultrasound with anti-inflammatory gel)—in 60 adults aged 18–30 with chronic low back pain. All participants also received standard treatments like TENS and exercises. The goal was to see which m…

This study tested whether using a stress ball during active labor helps reduce pain and improve comfort. 78 pregnant women participated, with one group using the stress ball during contractions and the other receiving standard care. Researchers measured pain levels, comfort, and …

This study tested whether teaching pregnant women with urinary tract infections (UTIs) using the 'teach-back' method (asking them to explain what they learned) improves their genital hygiene behaviors and symptoms. 36 pregnant women were split into two groups: one received the sp…

This study tested whether adding action observation therapy (watching and imitating movements) to standard rehab helps chronic stroke patients. 30 adults over 40 who could walk independently took part. One group did action observation exercises at home plus conventional therapy; …

This study looked at whether breathing exercises can help people who had lung surgery feel better. 74 adults who had a type of lung surgery called VATS or wedge resection took part. The exercises aimed to reduce pain, anxiety, shortness of breath, and trouble sleeping. Results sh…

This study looked at whether structured education from a nurse could help patients feel less anxious and have a better quality of life when undergoing shock wave treatment for kidney stones. 188 adults having this treatment for the first time took part. The education aimed to red…

This study tested whether yoga-based breathing exercises can help people recovering from colorectal cancer surgery feel less pain, fatigue, and insomnia, and improve their confidence in managing their health. Sixty adults who had their first colorectal cancer surgery were split i…

This study tested whether teaching sexual health using a flipped classroom method (where students review materials at home and do activities in class) improves sexual health literacy in university students. 96 students from health-related departments took part. The goal was to se…

This study looked at whether a four-week cancer screening training program could improve how much university academics know about cancer screening and whether they would use family health centers more. Seventy-one academics took part, with some getting the training and others not…

This study looked at tailbone pain in 292 women who gave birth within the last two years. Researchers used the Paris Questionnaire to measure pain and compared it to quality of life and other pain scores. The goal was to better understand how this common postpartum issue affects …

This study looked at how anxious people feel about artificial intelligence (AI) and whether their exercise habits make a difference. Researchers compared 663 athletes and sedentary individuals aged 18 to 45. Participants filled out a questionnaire measuring AI anxiety in areas li…

This study tested whether a Turkish version of the General Rehabilitation Adherence Scale works well for people with osteoarthritis. Researchers enrolled 88 patients receiving physiotherapy and checked if the scale accurately measures how well they follow their rehab program. The…