Çankırı Karatekin University

Classical Orchestra Musicians’ Metaphorical Perceptions of the Color Black in Their Concert Attire

This study aimed to determine classical orchestra musicians’ perceptions of the color black in concert attire via metaphors. The purposive sample comprised 90 musicians from State Symphony Orchestras under the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Türkiye. Qualitativ...

Changes in functional outcomes following activity management training in individuals with chronic low back pain: associations with cognitive functions, body awareness, and fatigue

Aims This study investigated changes in activity patterns, cognitive functions, and fatigue following activity management training in individuals with chronic low back pain (CLBP).Patients and methods Thirty-four individuals with CLBP completed a six-week training program coverin...

Effect of 12 weeks of zumba combined with halotherapy on body composition, respiratory, and cardiorespiratory parameters in sedentary older adults

This randomized controlled trial aimed to investigate the effects of a 12-week Zumba fitness program combined with halotherapy on body composition, respiratory function, and cardiorespiratory fitness in sedentary older adults, compared with Zumba training alone. Twenty sedentary...

Pregnant women's preferred mode of childbirth and hospitals' readiness to support vaginal birth: the case of Cankiri province

The present study assessed birth mode preferences among 248 pregnant women at Cankiri State Hospital, Turkey, and found that 50.4% preferred vaginal delivery while 39.1% preferred caesarean section. Most participants (77.8%) were first-time mothers. Maternal age, obstetric histor...

Insecticidal and Antimicrobial Activities of Helianthemum germanicopolitanum Bornm.: Comparison of Natural and Tissue Culture-Derived Plant Material

Abstract In this study, the insecticidal and antimicrobial activities of the endemic and endangered (EN) plant Helianthemum germanicopolitanum Bornm. were investigated in the province of Çankırı. Plant material was collected from its natural habitats and also cultivated using in...

Challenges in the application of Semmes-Weinstein monofilament testing: practitioner-related variables

Objectives: The Semmes-Weinstein monofilament (SWM) test is commonly used to evaluate tactile sensation in individuals with neurological or orthopedic conditions. This study aimed to examine practitioner-related factors affecting SWM testing, particularly focusing on adherence to...

The Impact of Upper Extremity Rehabilitation on Fatigue in Individuals With Multiple Sclerosis: A Systematic Review

ABSTRACT Background Although numerous interventions have been investigated to alleviate fatigue in people with multiple sclerosis (PwMS), evidence regarding the effects of upper extremity rehabilitation on fatigue remains limited. Objective The objective of this review was to eva...

Nuclear Energy in the Sustainability Equation: A Method of Moments Quantile Regression Analysis (MMQR) of Load Capacity Factor in OECD Countries

Nuclear energy has attracted significant interest from policymakers because of its potential to improve environmental sustainability (ES). This study investigates the interplay among nuclear energy consumption (NEC), economic growth (GDP), renewable energy utilization (REN), urba...

A lifespan perspective on stress and happiness: a qualitative metaphor analysis of young and older adults

This study examines the metaphorical perceptions of ‘stress’ and ‘happiness’ among older and younger individuals. The sample consisted of 367 participants (185 young adults and 182 older adults). Data were collected through a structured form including sociodemographic questions a...

Primary ACL Repair and Reconstruction in Isolated ACL Ruptures: Forgotten Joint Scores and the Association Between Residual Laxity and Joint Awareness

Background: Primary anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) repair has recently reemerged as a treatment option for carefully selected proximal ACL tears. However, evidence regarding patient-reported joint awareness and the relationship between postoperative laxity and joint awareness r...