Examining health literacy and quality of life in COPD patients
An Investigation of Health Literacy, Physical and Cognitive Function, Health-related Behaviors, and Quality of Life in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Healthy Individuals
This study looks at how understanding health information affects the quality of life and daily activities of people with COPD compared to healthy individuals over 40.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 144 (estimated) |
| Ages | 40 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Hacettepe University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Ankara) |
| Trial ID | NCT06497816 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to investigate the relationship between health literacy and various factors such as functional capacity, quality of life, physical activity, cognitive function, and health-related behaviors in individuals diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The study will compare these aspects between COPD patients and healthy individuals over the age of 40. By assessing these relationships, the research seeks to highlight the importance of health literacy in managing COPD and improving overall well-being.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals over 40 years old who have a stable diagnosis of COPD and are willing to participate.
Not a fit: Patients experiencing acute exacerbations of COPD or those with cardiovascular, orthopedic, or neurological issues may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of how health literacy impacts the quality of life and functional capacity in COPD patients, leading to better management strategies.
How similar studies have performed: While studies on health literacy in chronic diseases exist, this specific focus on COPD and its multifaceted relationships is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria for the COPD group: * Being over 40 years old, * Diagnosed with COPD and being clinically stable, * Being able to cooperate with the tests to be performed, * Not having any cardiovascular disease, orthopedic or neurological problems that may affect the tests, * Being willing to participate in the study. Exclusion criteria for the COPD group: * Being in an acute exacerbation period, * Having any cardiovascular disease, orthopedic or neurological problems that may affect the tests, * Not being willing to participate in the study. Inclusion criteria for the control group: * Being willing to participate in the study and being over 40 years old * Not having any known disease Exclusion criteria for the control group: * Not being able to cooperate with the tests to be performed * Not being willing to participate in the study
Where this trial is running
Ankara
- Hacettepe University Faculty of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation — Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Aslihan Cakmak-Onal, PhD, PT — Hacettepe University
- Study coordinator: Aslihan Cakmak-Onal, PhD, PT
- Email: aslihancakmak90@gmail.com
- Phone: 03123051576
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.