Evaluating the Turkish Tegner Activity Score for knee injuries
The Turkish Version of the Tegner Activity Score: Cultural Adaptation, Validity, and Reliability
This study is testing a Turkish version of an activity score to see if it accurately reflects how active people are after knee surgery for ligament injuries.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 69 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Kırklareli University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Ankara) |
| Trial ID | NCT06571240 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to assess the validity and reliability of the Turkish version of the Tegner Activity Score in patients undergoing anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. It will evaluate whether this scale accurately reflects patient activity levels and determine its minimal clinically important difference and substantial clinical benefit values. The study will involve collecting data from participants who meet specific eligibility criteria, focusing on their experiences and outcomes related to knee injuries.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults over 18 years old who are scheduled for surgery due to a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament.
Not a fit: Patients with metabolic or autoimmune diseases, those undergoing revision surgeries, or individuals with cognitive impairments may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a reliable tool for assessing activity levels in Turkish-speaking patients with knee injuries, leading to better treatment and rehabilitation strategies.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in validating activity scores in different languages, suggesting that this approach may yield useful results.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * to be over 18 years old * to undergo surgery for a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament Exclusion Criteria: * to have metabolic or autoimmune diseases * to undergo revision anterior cruciate ligament surgery or anterior cruciate ligament repair * to have cognitive issues that will hinder the completion of the study forms * to lack sufficient proficiency in Turkish
Where this trial is running
Ankara
- Gazi Üniversitesi Hastanesi — Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Ozan Gür, MSc — Kırklareli University
- Study coordinator: Ozan Gür, MSc
- Email: ozan.gur94@gmail.com
- Phone: +90 506 338 38 49
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.