COPD patients' attitudes toward traditional and complementary medicine
Investigation of the Attitudes of Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Towards Traditional Complementary Medicine Practices
This project asks adults with COPD about their attitudes and use of traditional and complementary medicine to see how common these practices are and why people use them.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 250 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 85 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Kutahya Health Sciences University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Merkez, Kütahya) |
| Trial ID | NCT07031401 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational survey asks adults with COPD about their beliefs, experiences, and use of traditional and complementary medicine (TCM/CAM). Eligible participants are age 18 or older, have a COPD diagnosis, and can be contacted and communicate; those unable to communicate are excluded. Data will be collected at Kutahya Health Sciences University using interviews or questionnaires and analyzed to describe prevalence, reasons for use, and patterns related to nursing and holistic care. Findings are intended to inform culturally sensitive care and caregiver support strategies for people with COPD.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Adults (18+) with a diagnosed COPD who can be contacted and are able to communicate are ideal candidates for this study.
Not a fit: People under 18, those without COPD, or those unable to communicate are unlikely to benefit and are not eligible for participation.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the results could help clinicians and caregivers better align nursing and holistic care with patients' cultural preferences and common CAM practices.
How similar studies have performed: Previous survey studies in other countries have commonly found substantial use and interest in complementary medicine among people with chronic respiratory conditions, though local data are limited.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease * Must be 18 years or older * Must be contactable Exclusion Criteria: \*Those who are unable to communicate
Where this trial is running
Merkez, Kütahya
- Kutahya Health Sciences University — Merkez, Kütahya, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: BURCU NAL, PhD
- Email: burcu.nal@ksbu.edu.tr
- Phone: +905077769735
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.