Clinical trials: sponsored by Istinye University
Sports Physical Therapy
Effects of Scapular Training on Adolescent Boxers
Boxing is a combat sport that requires repetitive, high-speed upper extremity movements, placing substantial demands on shoulder stability, scapular control, and neuromuscular coordination.
- Trial name
- NCT07899385
- Testing
- Scapular Stabilization Exercise Program, Standard Physiotherapy Exercise Program
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 52 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Istinye University
Eye Dominance-based Visual Training, Volleyball Players
Eye Dominance-based Visual Training
Eye dominance refers to the preference for one eye when processing visual information and may influence visual-motor integration and motor coordination.
- Trial name
- NCT07899970
- Testing
- Eye Dominance-Based Visual Training, Standard Volleyball Warm-up
- Volunteers
- 30 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Istinye University
Postural Control, Muscle Tonus
Associations of Respiratory Muscle Strength and Trunk Muscle Mechanical Properties With Dynamic Postural Control
This study will examine the associations of respiratory muscle strength and trunk muscle mechanical properties with dynamic balance and limits of stability in healthy young adults.
- Conditions
- Postural Control, Muscle Tonus, Respiratory Muscle Strength
- Trial name
- NCT07890844
- Testing
- Myotonometry, Respiratory Muscle Strength Testing, and Computerized Balance Assessment
- Volunteers
- 50 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Istinye University
Perceived Barriers to Exercise
Turkish Adaptation of the Perceived Barriers to Exercise Questionnaire for Office Workers
The purpose of this study is to culturally adapt the Perceived Barriers to Exercise Questionnaire (PBEQ) into Turkish and evaluate its psychometric properties among office workers in Türkiye.
- Trial name
- NCT07884812
- Volunteers
- 200 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Istinye University
Sports Physical Therapy
Dynamic vs. PNF Quadriceps Stretching in Cyclists
Following an initial assessment, 30 professional cyclists will be divided into two groups (1:1). PNF stretching will be applied to the Quadriceps muscles of the participants in Group A, while Group B will perform dynamic…
- Trial name
- NCT07164729
- Testing
- PNF Stretching, Dynamic Stretching
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 30 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Istinye University
Balance Assessment, Kyphosis Postural Thoracic
Posture, Proprioception, Core Stability, and Balance in Weightlifters
This study aims to examine whether the posture of the upper back (thoracic kyphosis) is related to body awareness, core stability, and balance in people who regularly participate in weightlifting.
- Conditions
- Balance Assessment, Kyphosis Postural Thoracic, Proprioception, Postural Balance
- Trial name
- NCT07860606
- Testing
- Assessment
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 60 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Istinye University
Volleyball Players
Diaphragmatic Facilitation and Upper Extremity Performance in Volleyball Players
The diaphragm contributes to both respiration and trunk stabilization. Effective diaphragmatic function may support postural control, force transfer, and upper extremity performance during dynamic activities.
- Trial name
- NCT07784517
- Testing
- Diaphragmatic Facilitation
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 50 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Istinye University
Volleyball Player
Eye-Hand Cross-Dominance and Upper Extremity Performance in Volleyball Players
Eye and hand dominance may influence visuomotor coordination, motor control, and upper extremity performance in athletes. Crossed eye-hand dominance occurs when the dominant eye and dominant hand are located on opposite sides of…
- Trial name
- NCT07784530
- Testing
- Volleyball Players With Crossed Eye-Hand Dominance, Volleyball Players Without Crossed Eye-Hand Dominance
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 30 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Istinye University
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Women
Metabolic and Hormonal Parameters in Women With Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome
Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) is a common endocrine and metabolic disorder associated with insulin resistance, hyperandrogenism, and an increased risk of long-term metabolic complications.
- Conditions
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Women, Fetuin-A, Serum Biomarkers
- Trial name
- PMOS-FR (NCT07844785)
- Testing
- Blood and Saliva Biomarker Assessment
- Volunteers
- 80 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Istinye University
Dysfunctional Breathing, Physical Activity
Prevalence and Association of Dysfunctional Breathing With Nicotine Dependence and Physical Activity Among Young Smokers
We will structure the study's summary to provide a clear and accessible overview for patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Conditions
- Dysfunctional Breathing, Physical Activity, Nicotine Dependence
- Trial name
- NCT07843524
- Testing
- Observational evaluation.
- Volunteers
- 420 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Istinye University
Archery, Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
The Effect of Neuroscience-Based Exercise Training on Shooting Performance and Neuromuscular Performance in Archers
Archery is a sport that demands sport-specific motor performance, emphasizing fine motor control, postural stability, balance, and concentration skills.
- Conditions
- Archery, Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Muscle Activity, Visual Rehabilitation
- Trial name
- NCT07051577
- Testing
- Exercise Group, control group
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 22 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Istinye University
Smoking
Functional Capacity, Subjective Dyspnea and Fatigue in Smokers
Smoking remains a significant public health problem among the young adult population. Epidemiological studies in Turkey show a steadily decreasing age of smoking initiation and a remarkably high rate of smoking among…
- Trial name
- NCT07520981
- Testing
- Assessment
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 103 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Istinye University
Healthy
DNS: Face-to-face and Telerehabilitation
This study aims to compare the effects of Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) exercises delivered face-to-face (YDNS) and via tele-rehabilitation (TDNS) on respiratory function, balance, posture, core endurance, and deep…
- Trial name
- NCT07775560
- Testing
- DNS Exercises via Telerehabilitation, Face-to-face DNS Exercises
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 34 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Istinye University
Pes Cavus, Pes Planus
Analysing The Impact of Foot Arch Height on Leg Muscle Tone and Balance in Young Adults.
The goal of this observational study is to explore how the shape of the foot arch affects muscle tone, strength, and balance in healthy young adults aged 18-25, of all genders. The main questions it aims to answer are: 1.
- Conditions
- Pes Cavus, Pes Planus, Muscle Tone, Balance Assessment
- Trial name
- NCT07764393
- Testing
- Arch Height Index, Foot Posture Index, Single Leg Stance
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 60 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Istinye University
Healthy Volunteers (HV), Muscle Activation
Muscle Activation During Mat and Reformer Bridge Exercises With Heel Raise
This study aimed to compare the electromyographic (EMG) activity of trunk and lower extremity muscles during double-leg bridge and double-leg bridge with heel raise exercises performed on a mat and on a reformer with different…
- Trial name
- NCT07741799
- Testing
- Bridge and Heel Raise Bridge Exercises on Mat and Reformer
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 30 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Istinye University
Muscle Activation, Pilates Method
EVALUATION OF EMG-BASED MUSCLE ACTIVATION DURING REFORMER AND MAT PILATES USING VARIATIONS OF THE SINGLE-LEG BRIDGE EXERCISE.
This study aims to evaluate and compare muscle activation patterns during single-leg bridge exercise variations performed on mat and reformer Pilates equipment using surface electromyography (sEMG).
- Conditions
- Muscle Activation, Pilates Method, EMG
- Trial name
- NCT07741760
- Testing
- Exercise
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 30 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Istinye University
Perinatal Grief, Perinatal Loss
Comparison of Social Media-Based and Online Training in Grief Counseling Education
This randomized trial aims to compare the effectiveness of two digital educational approaches for perinatal grief counseling training among midwives and nurses working in perinatal care settings in Türkiye: a social media-based…
- Conditions
- Perinatal Grief, Perinatal Loss, Bereavement
- Trial name
- NCT07723170
- Testing
- Social Media-Based Perinatal Grief Counseling Education, Online Perinatal Grief Counseling Education
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 72 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Istinye University
Forward Head Posture
Comparison Between Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization Breathing and Manual Therapy on Forward Head Posture in University Students
Forward Head Posture (FHP) is a common postural dysfunction characterized by the anterior displacement of the head relative to the shoulders, leading to cervical spine misalignment, increased muscle strain, and neck pain.
- Trial name
- NCT07721389
- Testing
- Dynamic neuromuscular stabilisation breathing, Myofascial Release, Convetional Exercises
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 60 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Istinye University
Orthopedic Physical Therapy, Bruxism
The Effect of Bruxism on Balance
This study will investigate the effect of bruxism on dynamic balance in desk-bound individuals. Participants will be divided into two groups based on whether they are diagnosed with bruxism or not.
- Trial name
- NCT07308145
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 54 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Istinye University
Upper Extremity Function, Motor Performance
Placebo Effect of Immediate Kinesio Taping on Upper Extremity Performance in Healthy Adults
This study investigates whether Kinesio Taping has immediate effects on upper extremity performance in healthy adults and whether these effects may be influenced by placebo mechanisms.
- Conditions
- Upper Extremity Function, Motor Performance, Healthy Volunteers, Perceived Function
- Trial name
- KT-PLACEBO (NCT07515183)
- Testing
- Kinesio Taping
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 36 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Istinye University