Ondokuz Mayis University

This study looked at 44 people with peri-implantitis, a serious gum infection around dental implants that causes bone loss. Researchers compared two surgical treatments: using a bone graft alone versus using a bone graft plus a collagen membrane. They measured changes in gum pock…

This study looked at whether adding platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) or injectable PRF, both made from a person's own blood, to standard deep-cleaning treatment can improve gum health in people with periodontitis. Fifty-six adults received either standard treatment alone or with PRF/i-…

This study looked at 60 women having planned C-sections to compare two pain relief methods: a small dose of morphine given with the spinal anesthetic, and an ultrasound-guided numbing injection into the belly wall. The goal was to see which approach better reduces the need for ex…

This study tested a home-based program for 22 children with cerebral palsy who had trouble chewing. Kids watched videos of chewing actions and practiced chewing exercises guided by a therapist via video calls. The goal was to see if this approach improves chewing, swallowing, and…

This study looked at whether listening to water sounds or watching water videos with virtual reality could help children urinate more easily and with less fear and pain after surgery. Only one child took part, and the researchers measured pain and fear using simple scales. The go…

This study tested whether cold application (cryotherapy) works as well as numbing gels or sprays to reduce pain from dental injections in children. 100 kids aged 7-10 who needed dental treatment were split into four groups: one got a numbing spray, one got numbing gel, one got co…

This study looked at whether adding Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) exercises to standard pelvic floor muscle training can better improve bladder symptoms and pelvic muscle function in women with multiple sclerosis. Twenty-four women aged 28-54 completed an 8-week progr…

This study looked at whether expressive arts therapy (like drawing or painting) can help intensive care unit nurses feel less anxious about death. Sixty-six nurses were split into two groups: one group did weekly art therapy sessions for six weeks, while the other group did not. …

This study tested whether an expressive arts therapy program could strengthen hope in people with schizophrenia. Fifty hospitalized adults took part, with half receiving eight sessions of art therapy in small groups and the other half getting standard care. Those in the art thera…

This study looked at whether progressive muscle relaxation exercises (tensing and relaxing different muscle groups) could help nursing students with depression, anxiety, and stress. 104 students were split into two groups: one did the relaxation exercises for 4 weeks, the other d…

This study looked at whether an 8-week Pilates exercise program could improve breathing in overweight and obese women. 54 women took part, doing core and abdominal exercises three times a week. Researchers measured lung function, breath-holding time, and quality of life before an…

This study tested whether applying cryotherapy (cold therapy) during pulpotomy or root canal treatment reduces pain and improves quality of life for people with deep cavities. 144 adults with deep decay in a molar were randomly assigned to receive either standard treatment or tre…

This study tested whether showing children a cartoon through virtual reality glasses before a heart catheterization could reduce their fear, anxiety, and pain. 42 children aged 5-10 took part. The results help doctors find simple, non-drug ways to comfort young patients before me…

This study tested two methods to control pain after gallbladder removal: a nerve block (external oblique intercostal block) versus injecting pain medicine into the surgical cuts (port-site infiltration). Sixty adults took part to see which approach lowered pain and the need for s…

This study tested whether giving magnesium sulfate during laparoscopic hysterectomy (a type of keyhole surgery to remove the uterus) can lower the amount of strong painkillers (opioids) needed during and after the operation. Sixty women aged 20-70 participated. The goal was to se…

This study tested a needle-free injection system (Comfort-in) against traditional needles for numbing teeth in 60 children aged 5 to 8 years. Each child received both methods in separate visits. The goal was to see if the needle-free system could reduce pain, anxiety, and side ef…

This study tested a supportive care program for couples undergoing IVF or other fertility treatments. 50 couples were randomly assigned to receive either the extra support or their usual care. The program aimed to reduce infertility-related stress and improve coping strategies. R…

This study looked at whether a specific nerve block (external oblique intercostal block) can reduce pain after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, a weight-loss surgery. Twenty patients aged 18-65 participated. Researchers measured how much pain relief the block provided and how muc…

This study tested whether letting children interact with a social robot during wound dressing reduces their fear and pain. Sixty kids aged 5 to 10 took part, with half playing with the robot while getting bandaged. Researchers measured fear and pain using child-friendly scales. T…

This study tested whether letting children play with sand before tonsillectomy surgery helps reduce their anxiety and pain. 68 children aged 7-10 were split into two groups: one played with sand before surgery, the other received standard care. Researchers measured anxiety and pa…

This study tested whether low-level laser therapy (photobiomodulation) can help people regain normal feeling after nerve injury from oral surgery or trauma. Thirty adults with numbness or tingling in the lower lip and chin received laser treatment with either a diode or Nd:YAG la…

This study looked at whether Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), a therapy that involves tapping on specific body points, can reduce pain, change pain-related beliefs, and lower anxiety in people recovering from coronary artery bypass surgery. Researchers enrolled 66 adults and me…

This study looked at 36 adults with painful jaw joint (TMJ) problems who did not get better with basic treatments. All had a minimally invasive jaw washout (arthrocentesis), and some also received an injection of hyaluronic acid, platelet-rich fibrin, or dextrose. The goal was to…

This study looked at 70 adults having video-assisted chest surgery to compare two pain relief methods: a numbing injection near the spine (thoracic paravertebral block) and a small dose of morphine into the spinal fluid (intrathecal morphine). The goal was to see if one works as …

This study looked at two different training methods for professional football players: supramaximal interval running (SIR) and small-sided games (SSG). Forty elite male players from Turkey took part over a six-week preseason period. The goal was to see which method improved aerob…

This study looked at how wearing surgical masks, N95 masks, and face shields together affects the ability to hear and understand speech in a noisy operating room. Researchers tested 35 people with normal hearing and surveyed 184 operating room workers. The goal was to understand …

This study looked at whether using simulation-based lab exercises in a pediatric nursing course helps nursing students feel more competent, less anxious, and more comfortable in clinical settings. Sixty third-year nursing students took part in a randomized controlled trial. The r…

This study looked at 99 children aged 3-7 having their tonsils or adenoids removed. Researchers measured anxiety in both the child and their parents before surgery, then checked how agitated and painful the child was after waking up. The goal was to see if pre-surgery anxiety lea…

This study tested whether using puzzles (like crosswords and matching games) helps first-year nursing students learn infection control better than just listening to lectures. About 100 students took part, with one group doing puzzles and the other only lectures. The goal was to s…

This study looked at how neck muscle strength and the sense of where your head is in space (proprioception) relate to sports performance in 45 teenage soccer players. Researchers measured neck strength and movement accuracy using simple devices. The goal was to understand these c…

This study looked at whether using interactive games like Kahoot! can help nursing students learn more about medication safety. About 100 nursing students took part, and researchers compared game-based learning to traditional teaching methods. The goal was to see if games improve…

This study looked at 67 midwifery students to see if practicing vaginal exams on a simulator (instead of real patients) reduces their anxiety and boosts confidence. Results showed that simulation training significantly lowered anxiety and improved self-confidence, but students wh…

This study tested whether 8 weeks of aerobic or resistance exercise could improve heart health markers in 45 sedentary women aged 18-25. Participants were split into three groups: aerobic exercise, resistance exercise, or no exercise (control). The researchers measured blood mark…

This study tested whether electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) exercise could improve physical strength in 27 sedentary women aged 19-24. Participants were split into an EMS group and a control group, and their strength was measured with various tests over 8 weeks. The goal was to…

This study looked at over 2,400 adults who had open-heart surgery to find out how many still have pain three months later and what makes it more likely. Researchers measured pain levels and medication use right after surgery, then checked for chronic pain at the three-month mark.…

This study looked at 27 adults with a below-knee amputation who use a prosthetic limb. Researchers wanted to understand how satisfaction with the prosthetic, body image, and ability to do daily activities are connected. Participants filled out questionnaires about their prostheti…