Education and reminders to reduce fatigue in COPD patients
The Effect of Education and Reminder Messages on the Fatigue Level of Individuals With COPD: Randomised Controlled Study
This study tests if education and reminder messages can help people with COPD feel less tired and improve their quality of life.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 120 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 85 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Kirsehir Ahi Evran Universitesi Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Kırşehir, Center) |
| Trial ID | NCT06286072 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the impact of educational interventions and reminder messages on fatigue levels in individuals diagnosed with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Participants will receive training on COPD management and coping strategies for fatigue, followed by motivational text messages sent twice a week over an 8-week period. The study aims to determine whether these interventions can effectively reduce fatigue and improve the quality of life for COPD patients. Three groups will be formed to assess the effectiveness of the training and messaging.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals diagnosed with COPD within the last year who have been hospitalized for at least three days.
Not a fit: Patients under 18 years old, over 85 years old, or those with chronic fatigue syndrome or severe heart failure may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly reduce fatigue levels in COPD patients, enhancing their overall quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: While similar approaches have been explored, this specific combination of education and messaging for fatigue management in COPD is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed with COPD for the last 1 year * Hospitalized for at least 3 days, * Voluntary patients Exclusion Criteria: * Under 18 years old * Over 85 years old * Those with chronic fatigue syndrome * Those with severe heart failure * Those who had surgery in the last 6 months
Where this trial is running
Kırşehir, Center
- Yasemin CEYHAN — Kırşehir, Center, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Yasemin CEYHAN, PhD — Kirsehir Ahi Evran Universitesi
- Study coordinator: Yasemin CEYHAN
- Email: yasemin-ceyhan@hotmail.com
- Phone: +905464589806
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.