How physiotherapists in Turkey use measurement tools in daily practice
Official title: Use of Measurement Instruments by Physiotherapists Working in Turkiye
Run by Karabuk University · NCT07899580 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study tests which measurement instruments Turkish physiotherapists commonly use and why, to see how practice aligns with evidence-based care.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 25 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 384 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Karabuk University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Karabük) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | May 10, 2026 |
| Main results expected | November 20, 2026 |
| Study ends | November 30, 2026 |
| Registry record updated | October 29, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT07899580 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Active, practicing physiotherapists working in clinical settings in Turkey who voluntarily complete the questionnaire.
✕Probably not a fit
Physiotherapists not currently in clinical practice or those who choose not to participate may 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 surveys actively practicing physiotherapists in Turkey to document the measurement tools they use, how often they use them, and the purposes behind their use (diagnosis, treatment planning, follow-up, or prognosis). Data will be collected via a Google Form questionnaire and analyzed to identify commonly used instruments, usage patterns, and perceived barriers or facilitators. The aim is to understand current clinical practice, inform educational content, and support development of standards for patient-centered, objective assessment in physiotherapy. Findings may also highlight gaps between evidence-based recommendations and real-world use, guiding future training and policy initiatives.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the study could help shape training and standards to promote more consistent, objective assessments in physiotherapy care.
How similar studies have gone: Previous international work has shown mixed use of standardized measurement tools; this Turkish study would add country-specific insights and may be one of the first systematic local assessments.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Being an actively practicing physiotherapist (working in private clinics, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, medical centers, public institutions, or private practices), * Voluntarily agreeing to complete the questionnaire. Exclusion Criteria: * Physiotherapists who are not actively working in clinical practice (e.g., academicians, administrators, researchers, or those performing only administrative duties), * Newly graduated physiotherapists without any clinical experience.
Where it's running
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Karabuk University
Karabük, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Nurcan Contarli, PhD — Karabuk University
- Study coordinator: Nurcan Contarli, PhD
- Email: nurcancontarli@karabuk.edu.tr
- Phone: +903704189171
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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.