University Of Yalova

This study tested whether Reiki therapy, a gentle hands-on energy technique, can reduce colic symptoms and crying in infants aged 3 weeks to 6 months. 44 babies were randomly assigned to receive two 20-30 minute Reiki sessions or no treatment. Researchers also measured whether Re…

This study tested whether watching nature videos through virtual reality goggles while listening to binaural drumbeats could help men feel less pain and anxiety during a cystoscopy (a bladder exam). Sixty men were split into two groups: one got the VR and audio experience, the ot…

This study looked at whether a physiotherapist-given baby massage could help infants aged 0-6 months sleep longer and strengthen the emotional bond with their mothers. Twenty-four healthy full-term babies received classical massage. Researchers measured sleep quality and mother-b…

This study tested whether teaching pregnant women about kangaroo care (skin-to-skin contact) in the third trimester improves mother-infant bonding and comfort for both mother and newborn. Forty first-time mothers between 35-38 weeks of pregnancy were given education on kangaroo c…

This study looked at whether a 45-minute massage once a week for 4 weeks could improve mood and daily function in new mothers. 28 women within 6 months of giving birth took part. The goal was to see if massage, a drug-free option, could reduce depression and help mothers manage p…

This study tested whether listening to an audio book or feeling a local vibration can reduce pain and fear in children aged 4-6 during a routine shot. 120 children in a pediatric emergency unit were randomly assigned to one of these methods or standard care. The goal was to find …

This study tested a program called Family Integrated Care for 60 mothers of premature babies in the NICU. The program teaches mothers to take an active role in their baby's care, like feeding, skin-to-skin contact, and diaper changes, instead of just watching. The goal was to low…

This study tested whether massage therapy and progressive muscle relaxation exercises can reduce how often and how badly muscle cramps happen in people on hemodialysis. 79 patients took part. The goal was to find a drug-free way to ease this common and painful problem.

This study tested whether a hand massage before getting an IV can help breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. Sixty women were split into two groups: one received a hand massage before IV insertion, the other did not. Researchers measured how quickly the IV was placed, a…

This study reviewed care plans written by 324 first-year nursing students to see which nursing diagnoses they use most often. Researchers wanted to find patterns in what students focus on, like physical needs versus emotional support. The goal is to help nursing schools teach bet…

This study tested whether a single 30-40 minute online education program could improve health literacy in children aged 6-11 with cystic fibrosis and their parents. 104 families were split into two groups: one received the online lesson, the other did not. Researchers measured he…

This study tested whether giving mothers of very premature babies (born 22-32 weeks) special education about developmental care helps them feel more confident and attached to their baby. 54 mothers participated while their babies were in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). T…

This study tested whether a six-week training program focusing on eccentric (lengthening) muscle contractions could improve dynamic balance and maximal strength in 15 young male football players. Participants performed supervised resistance exercises with heavier loads during the…

This study created a new questionnaire to measure how well children aged 8-12 with asthma understand their condition. Researchers tested the tool with 196 children and found it to be a reliable way to assess asthma health literacy. The scale helps identify areas where kids may ne…

This study looked at whether an individualized education and exercise program could help nurses improve their foot health knowledge, skills, and habits. 70 nurses took part, with half receiving the program and half acting as a control group. The main goal was to see changes in fo…

This study looked at whether a 4-week neuromuscular balance training program could improve how elite female wrestlers land from jumps, which is linked to knee injury risk. Twenty-two athletes participated, and researchers measured landing errors, knee joint awareness, balance, an…

This study looked at how work stress and burnout are connected to muscle and bone pain in university teachers and researchers. About 99 academic staff from Yalova University filled out surveys about their pain, stress, burnout, and work-life balance. The goal was to understand th…