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The effects of Pilates training combined with whole-body vibration on balance and mobility in people with multiple sclerosis: A single-blind randomized controlled clinical trial
(Bayçınar Tıbbi Yayıncılık, 2026) Salamci, Mustafacan; Ozkul, Çağla; Yücesan, Canan; Güçlü Gündüz, Arzu
Objectives: This study aims to investigate the effects of Pilates training combined with whole-body vibration (WBV) on balance, functional mobility, core muscle endurance and power, lower extremity strength, upper extremity performance, and fatigue in people with multiple sclerosis. Patients and methods: This randomized controlled trial was conducted between December 2023 and September 2024. Thirty-four participants (9 males, 25 females; mean age: 36.65 ± 12.24 years; range 20 to 65 years) were included in the study and randomized into two groups: Pilates-WBV (n=17) and Pilates (n=17). The Pilates-WBV group received both Pilates and WBV training, while the Pilates group received only Pilates training. Both groups received training twice a week for six weeks. The primary outcomes included posturography, the Activities-Specific Balance Confidence Scale, core muscle endurance and power tests, the five times sit-to-stand test, the timed up-and-go test, and the 6-min walk test. The secondary outcomes included the nine-hole peg test, the Fatigue Severity Scale, and the Fatigue Impact Scale. Assessments were conducted at baseline and after intervention. Results: Both groups showed significant improvements in single-leg stance stability, limits of stability, balance confidence, core muscle endurance and power, functional mobility, upper extremity performance, and fatigue (p<0.05). Double-leg stance stability and walking distance improved only in the Pilates-WBV group (p<0.05). The Pilates-WBV group also showed greater improvements in trunk flexor endurance and core power (modified push-up test) compared to the Pilates group. Conclusion: Pilates training combined with WBV improved core stability, walking endurance, and physical performance more than Pilates training alone in people with multiple sclerosis.
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Experiences of International Speech–Language Pathology Students: A Phenomenological Study
(3 October 2025) Cankuvvet, Nurdan; Selvi-Balo, Semra; Yaşar-Gündüz, Esra; Yırtık, Havva Nur
Background International students often encounter systemic and individual challenges, especially in language-intensive fields like Speech–Language Pathology (SLP). Although their experiences are documented in well-established contexts, little is known about newer host countries such as Türkiye, where enrolments have recently risen. Understanding this is crucial for identifying barriers and support needs, impacting outcomes, and the internationalisation of SLP education. Aim This study explores the educational experiences of international undergraduates in the Speech–Language Pathology program at Anadolu University, Türkiye. Methods and Procedures Using a phenomenological design, data were collected through focus group interviews with nine female students and were analysed thematically. Conclusions and Implications International SLP students in Türkiye encountered familiar challenges—language barriers, uneven preparation, and integration difficulties—amplified by diverse entry pathways and local dynamics. Nevertheless, they demonstrated resilience by developing self-discipline and valuing educational quality despite mismatched expectations. The findings emphasise the need for institutional support: clearer communication of norms, structured orientation, and culturally responsive supervision could help reduce systemic barriers, while mentoring and buddy systems might further aid integration and clinical readiness, benefiting both students and the profession.
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‘It Is Not Possible to Go Back to Normal, but It Is Possible to Start Again’: Experiences of Speech–Language Pathologists After the 2023 Earthquakes in Türkiye
(December 2025) Birol, Namık Yücel; Yaşar Gündüz, Esra; Tutuş, Zübeyir
Background Earthquakes severely disrupt health and rehabilitation services. However, little is known about the professional and personal experiences of speech–language pathologists (SLPs) in such disaster contexts. Aim This study aimed to examine the professional and personal experiences of SLPs working in the provinces affected by the 6 February 2023, earthquakes in Türkiye. It explored challenges faced by SLPs, continuity of client services and psychosocial impacts. Methods and Procedures A phenomenological design was adopted. Semi-structured online interviews were conducted with 16 SLPs actively working in the disaster region. Data were analysed using reflexive thematic analysis with MAXQDA 2020. Interviews were recorded, transcribed with the AI-based Turboscribe program and verified by the researchers. Results Four main themes emerged as follows: (1) working conditions of SLPs after the earthquake (living conditions, professional performance, physical environment and support mechanisms), (2) status of clients after the earthquake (interruptions in therapy processes, new and increased speech and language difficulties), (3) psychological effects of the earthquake on SLPs and clients (anxiety, burnout, and grief among therapists, clients and families) and (4) post-disaster interventions and preparedness (short-term needs in the field, and long-term strategies such as digitalization, teletherapy and trauma-focused professional training). Findings indicated multi-dimensional challenges for SLPs, major disruptions in therapy access and psychological impacts directly reflected in therapy processes. Conclusions This study highlights the critical role of SLPs in disaster conditions and emphasizes the need for policy development in this field. To ensure the continuity and effectiveness of speech and language therapy services, it is necessary in the short term to increase the number of specialists in the field and to strengthen psychosocial support mechanisms. In the long term, it is recommended to establish digital material and record systems, expand the use of teletherapy practices, develop programs to prepare families for disasters and integrate trauma-focused professional training into both undergraduate and in-service education processes of SLPs.
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Yardımcı Teknolojiler
(Akademisyen Kitabevi, 2025) Özdemir, Şevket; Yaşar Gündüz, Esra
Bu kitap bölümünde yardımcı teknolojiler ele alınmakta olup, bölüm Alternatif ve Destekleyici İletişim Sistemleri (ADİS) ve yenilikçi teknolojiler olmak üzere iki alt başlık altında yapılandırılmıştır.
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Auditory-Perceptual Voice Quality, Self-Perceived Voice Handicap, and Vocal Fatigue in Street Vendors
(İstanbul University Press, 2025) Birol, Namık Yücel; Alkan, Ferhat; Tutuş, Zübeyir
Objective: In rural labour sectors, individuals who rely heavily on their voices—such as street vendors— are at increased risk of developing voice disorders due to prolonged voice use in noisy environments. Understanding their vocal health needs is essential for developing targeted voice therapy interventions within rural rehabilitation frameworks. This study investigates the auditory-perceptual voice quality, self perceived voice handicap, and vocal fatigue among street vendors in the Cappadocia region, Türkiye. Material and Methods: A descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted with 30 street vendors. Data collection involved the GRBAS scale for perceptual voice evaluation, the Turkish versions of the Voice Handicap Index-10 (VHI-10-TR), and the Vocal Fatigue Index (VFI-TR). Non-parametric tests were used for the statistical analysis. Results: Voice problems were reported by 40% of the participants. Significant differences were observed in the GRBAS scores, with higher impairments in grade, breathiness, asthenia, and strain among those with voice problems. Participants with voice issues also scored significantly higher on the VHI-10-TR and VFI-TR, indicating a greater voice-related handicap and vocal fatigue. A moderate positive correlation was found between the VHI-10-TR and VFI-TR scores. Conclusion: Street vendors in Cappadocia face significant vocal challenges due to occupational voice use, with notable impacts on perceptual voice quality, vocal fatigue, and quality of life. Preventive measures, including vocal health education and workplace interventions, are essential for reducing these risks.