Examining frailty in patients with lumbar spinal stenosis
Examination of Frailty and Related Factors in Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
This study looks at how frailty affects the health and quality of life of people aged 45-80 with lumbar spinal stenosis to help improve their treatment and recovery.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 45 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Karabuk University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Karabük) |
| Trial ID | NCT06959355 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study investigates the relationship between frailty and various health parameters in patients diagnosed with lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS). It focuses on individuals aged 45-80 and aims to assess how frailty impacts physical and psychological health, including pain, disability, quality of life, and fear of falling. By understanding these relationships, the study seeks to inform better rehabilitation strategies for managing LSS and improving patient outcomes. Participants will be evaluated based on their ability to stand independently and their willingness to volunteer for the study.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals aged 45-80 diagnosed with lumbar spinal stenosis who can stand independently.
Not a fit: Patients with chronic diseases affecting walking, recent lumbar surgery, or advanced joint disease may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved rehabilitation strategies for patients with lumbar spinal stenosis, enhancing their quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: While frailty has been studied in various disease groups, this specific examination in lumbar spinal stenosis is novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients diagnosed with lumbar spinal stenosis by MRI, * Patients between the ages of 45-80, * Patients who can stand independently, * Volunteer to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria: * Patients who did not agree to participate in the study, * Those with a chronic disease that would affect walking, * Those who had undergone surgery in the lumbar region within the last year, * Those with advanced joint disease in the lower extremity, * Those with malignancy in the spine, * Those with vision and/or vestibular system problems, * Those who did not cooperate well were not included in the study.
Where this trial is running
Karabük
- Karabuk University — Karabük, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Musa Gunes, PhD — Karabuk University
- Study coordinator: Musa Güneş, PhD
- Email: musagunes@karabuk.edu.tr
- Phone: +905315132482
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.