Okan University

This study tests whether a smartphone-based follow-up system plus nurse-led education can improve quality of life, weight loss, and exercise habits in 52 adults after bariatric surgery. Participants in the intervention group will use a digital tool and follow an 8-week exercise p…

This study looks at whether clinical Pilates exercises can help women who have pain during sex (dyspareunia). Researchers will measure changes in pain, self-esteem, body image, mood, and quality of life in 20 women aged 18-55. The approach focuses on pelvic floor exercises to add…

This study tests whether adding connective tissue massage to exercise helps people with chronic low back pain more than a fake massage. Forty adults aged 18-65 with back pain for at least six months will receive either real or sham massage twice a week for eight weeks. Researcher…

This study will test whether different massage techniques can reduce jaw pain, muscle tightness, and improve sleep in people who grind their teeth at night (bruxism). About 42 adults with possible sleep bruxism and recent jaw pain will be assigned to either massage therapy or a s…

This study looks at whether adding a regular exercise program to ergonomic training helps textile workers breathe easier, improve their posture, and reduce pain. Researchers will measure lung function, chest movement, walking ability, and muscle discomfort in 60 workers aged 18-6…

This study looks at whether being afraid of pain before gallbladder surgery leads to more pain afterward. About 106 adults having planned gallbladder removal will answer questions about their fear of pain before surgery and rate their pain at several times after. The goal is to h…

This study looks at how kinesio taping (a special elastic tape placed on the skin) affects oxygen levels, pain sensitivity, and physical properties of the calf muscle in 50 healthy young adults. Participants will have the tape applied and then be measured. The goal is to understa…