Kutahya Health Sciences University

This study tests whether an injection made from a patient's own blood (injectable platelet-rich fibrin) can improve the thickness and width of gum tissue around dental implants. The trial includes 80 non-smoking adults with thin gums near their implants. Researchers will measure …

This study tests whether adding ozone therapy to standard gum paste helps gums heal better after gingivoplasty (gum reshaping). 48 adults with gum overgrowth will receive either standard care or standard care plus ozone. The goal is to see if ozone reduces pain, speeds healing, a…

This study looks at whether swaddling (wrapping snugly) or nesting (creating a cozy boundary) can lower pain and stress in newborns who need breathing help. About 100 babies born after 35 weeks will be observed. Researchers will check heart rate, oxygen levels, and use a special …

This study looks at whether motor imagery training—mentally practicing movements without actually moving—can help people with partial rotator cuff tears feel less pain and move better. About 80 adults will be randomly assigned to either standard physical therapy or standard thera…

This study tests if actively warming mothers during and after a C-section can improve breastfeeding success, comfort, and feelings of having enough milk. About 68 first-time mothers having planned C-sections will be randomly assigned to receive either a warming bed or standard ca…

This study tests whether dry needling (inserting thin needles into muscle knots) can reduce shoulder pain in people with myofascial pain syndrome. Fifty adults with shoulder pain will receive either real or sham dry needling, and neither they nor the evaluator will know which the…

This study tests whether exercise that also requires thinking (like counting backwards while walking) can improve walking, balance, and memory in people with multiple sclerosis. Forty adults with MS will do supervised sessions twice a week for 8 weeks. The goal is to find better …

This study compares two types of nerve blocks (ESPB and SPSIPB) to see which provides better pain relief for adults aged 45-85 undergoing heart bypass surgery. 64 participants will be randomly assigned to receive one of the blocks, and their pain levels, opioid use, and recovery …

This study looks at whether breathing and aerobic exercises can affect certain brain and inflammation markers in people with major depression. Researchers will measure substances linked to nerve health and inflammation in 40 adults aged 18 to 40. The goal is to understand how exe…

This study tests whether dry needling—a treatment where thin needles are inserted into muscle knots—can reduce back pain caused by myofascial pain syndrome. Fifty adults with moderate to severe pain will receive either real or sham needling, guided by ultrasound, to see if it imp…

This study explores whether clay therapy, a type of art therapy, can improve daily functioning and social performance in people with schizophrenia who are already on medication. Researchers will measure changes in skills like self-care and social interaction. The goal is to see i…

This study looks at whether starting skin-to-skin contact right after a cesarean birth helps lower stress in newborns and pain in mothers. About 120 mothers having planned C-sections will take part. Researchers will use checklists to make sure the contact happens early and lasts,…

This study surveys 250 adults with COPD to learn about their attitudes toward traditional and complementary medicine (like herbal treatments, acupuncture, and cupping). Researchers want to understand which methods patients use, how often, and why. The goal is to gather informatio…

This study explores whether long-term blood sugar control (measured by HbA1c) is linked to how fast the stomach empties before surgery. About 134 adults having planned surgery will get an ultrasound of their stomach after fasting. The goal is to see if people with higher HbA1c ha…

This study looks at how feeling empowered and having a sense of purpose (called 'ikigai') relate to each other in people with stable coronary artery disease. Researchers will survey 300 adults to understand these connections and help nurses provide better, more personalized care.…

This study looks at how consistent grip force sense measurements are when taken at different times in healthy adults aged 18-24. Researchers will use a simple hand-held device to measure how accurately people can match a target grip force. The goal is to see if this easy test can…

This study looks at how problems with thinking skills (called executive dysfunction) affect physical performance and overall well-being in 100 adults with obesity. Participants will be split into two groups based on a thinking test, and researchers will measure things like walkin…

This study follows 1500 adults with coronary artery disease who receive a drug-coated balloon instead of a stent during a heart procedure. Researchers want to see how successful the balloon is right away and over time, including risks like death, heart attack, or needing another …

This study aims to measure how often physiotherapists in Turkey experience workplace bullying (mobbing) and how satisfied they are with their jobs. Researchers will survey 200 physiotherapists using two standard questionnaires. The goal is to better understand these issues in thi…

This study looks at how chronic neck pain affects daily activities like work, sleep, and driving. Researchers will measure physical and mental factors in 80 adults with neck pain lasting at least 3 months. The goal is to find what predicts disability, so doctors can better preven…

This study looks at how people with type 2 diabetes imagine movements, sense their bodies, and think. Researchers will test 100 adults aged 18-65 who have had diabetes for at least 5 years. Participants complete questionnaires and timed tasks—no treatment or medication is involve…

This study looks at how shoulder pain on the paralyzed side affects arm function, balance, fear of falling, and independence in people who have had a stroke. Researchers will measure these factors in 62 adults with stroke and shoulder pain. The goal is to better understand the re…