Clinical trials: sponsored by Istinye University
Osteoporotic Vertebral Compression Fractures, Restrictive Pulmonary Disorders
Inspiratory Muscle Training After Vertebroplasty in Osteoporotic Fracture Patients
This study investigates the long-term effects of inspiratory muscle training (IMT) on pulmonary function, functional capacity, and quality of life in individuals with osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures who have…
- Conditions
- Osteoporotic Vertebral Compression Fractures, Restrictive Pulmonary Disorders, Inspiratory Muscle Weakness, Postoperative Pulmonary Function
- Trial name
- NCT07024095
- Testing
- Inspiratory Muscle Training (IMT), control group
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 38 people
- Sponsor
- 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
Hyperkyphosis
Surface Electromyographic Analysis of Scapular Stabilizer Muscle in Postural Hyperkyphosis
Postural hyperkyphosis is characterized by an excessive thoracic kyphotic curvature and may alter scapular positioning, muscular balance, and upper extremity biomechanics.
- Trial name
- NCT07905014
- Testing
- Traditional Postural Exercises, Schroth-Based Corrective Exercises
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 50 people
- 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
Thoracic Hyperkyphosis
Kinesio Taping in Young Adults With Thoracic Hyperkyphosis
Thoracic hyperkyphosis is a postural disorder characterized by excessive thoracic curvature exceeding 40°, which may negatively affect proprioception, postural alignment, and muscle mechanical properties.
- Trial name
- NCT07888790
- Testing
- Kinesiology Taping
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 40 people
- 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
Asthma-COPD Overlap Syndrome, Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Effect of Video Game-Based Breathing Exercises on Respiratory Dysfunction in ACOS
Asthma and COPD are significant respiratory diseases that can coexist, referred to as Asthma-COPD Overlap Syndrome (ACOS). Patients with ACOS experience more severe clinical outcomes, including rapid decline in lung function…
- Conditions
- Asthma-COPD Overlap Syndrome, Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Video Games
- Trial name
- NCT07185178
- Testing
- Video game-based breathing exercises, Group 2:Telerehabilitation-based breathing exercises
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 30 people
- Sponsor
- Istinye University
Musculoskeletal Pain - Acute and Subacute Conditions, Exercise (EX)
Exercise, Pain Beliefs, and Activity Patterns in Musculoskeletal Pain
This observational study aims to investigate the relationship between exercise benefits and barriers, pain beliefs, and activity patterns in individuals experiencing musculoskeletal pain.
- Conditions
- Musculoskeletal Pain - Acute and Subacute Conditions, Exercise (EX), Beliefs, Activity Level
- Trial name
- EPAP (NCT07528807)
- Testing
- This is an observational study. No interventions or treatments are administered.
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 60 people
- 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
Stroke, Hyperventilation Syndrome
Symptomatic Hyperventilation in Individuals Living With Stroke
This study will investigate the effects of hyperventilation syndrome on respiratory muscle strength, respiratory muscle endurance, pulmonary functions, and functional capacity in individuals living with stroke, and in this…
- Trial name
- NCT07840703
- Testing
- Respiratory Function, Respiratory Muscle Strength, and Functional Capacity Assessments
- Volunteers
- 92 people
- 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
Addiction
Pain and Upper Extremity Function in Smartphone and Digital Game Addiction
With the expansion of technology-based applications, daily phone use has increased significantly. According to a 2020 study, phone use habits among young adults aged 18-34 increased by 38.1%, and the time spent on the phone…
- Trial name
- NCT07573345
- Testing
- Assessment
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 60 people
- 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