Examining changes in physical therapists' attitudes towards vital sign assessment after COVID-19
Official title: Have Physical Therapists Attitudes and Beliefs Towards Vital Assessment Changed Following the COVID-19 Pandemic?
Run by Youngstown State University · NCT05908045 · Data updated 2026-05-14
This study is no longer in our active list. It may have stopped recruiting or finished. The details below are as of 2026-05-14 and are kept for reference. Check ClinicalTrials.gov for its current status, or see similar studies below.
This study looks at how the COVID-19 pandemic has changed physical therapists' views on checking vital signs, especially for patients dealing with long COVID.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 23 Years to 100 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 500 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Youngstown State University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Youngstown, Ohio) |
| Trial ID | NCT05908045 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are licensed physical therapists who are actively practicing and have a minimum of five years of clinical experience.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are not physical therapists or those without the required clinical experience will not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This observational study investigates whether the attitudes and beliefs of physical therapists regarding the assessment of vital signs have shifted in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. It focuses on the importance of cardiovascular and respiratory function assessments, particularly in light of the long COVID phenomenon. Physical therapists with at least five years of clinical experience will participate in a Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices (KAP) survey to gather data on their current perspectives. The findings aim to highlight any changes in practice that may have occurred due to the pandemic.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the quality of patient care by improving physical therapists' assessment of vital signs.
How similar studies have gone: While there may be limited studies specifically addressing this topic, the examination of healthcare professionals' attitudes post-pandemic is a growing area of interest, suggesting potential for valuable insights.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Must be a licensed Physical Therapist 2. Must be actively be involved in clinical practice 3. Must have ≥ 5 years of experience practicing in a clinical setting as a Physical Therapist Exclusion Criteria: (1) Did not provide informed consent
Where it's running
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Youngstown State University
Youngstown, Ohio, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Edmund C Ickert, PhD — Youngstown State University
- Study coordinator: Edmund C Ickert, PhD
- Email: ecickert@ysu.edu
- Phone: 3309411326
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.