Translation and validation of a fatigue scale for fibromyalgia patients
Translation and Psychometric Properties of the Fatigue Severity Scale in Patients With Fibromyalgia
This study is testing a new Urdu version of a fatigue questionnaire to see if it accurately measures fatigue in people with fibromyalgia.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 90 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Lahore Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Lahore, Punjab) |
| Trial ID | NCT06031207 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to translate the Fatigue Severity Scale (FSS) into Urdu and validate its psychometric properties among patients diagnosed with fibromyalgia. Conducted at the University of Lahore Teaching Hospital, the study will involve 90 participants selected through purposive sampling. The translation process will include input from bilingual translators and an expert committee to ensure the accuracy and cultural relevance of the scale. Data collection will involve administering the final Urdu version of the FSS to fibromyalgia patients and assessing their understanding of the questionnaire items.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and above who have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia according to the American College of Rheumatology criteria and are fluent in Urdu.
Not a fit: Patients with other chronic pain conditions, sleep disorders, psychiatric disorders, or those participating in other studies may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a reliable tool for assessing fatigue in Urdu-speaking fibromyalgia patients, leading to better management of their condition.
How similar studies have performed: While the translation and validation of assessment tools is a common practice, this specific approach to the Fatigue Severity Scale in the context of fibromyalgia is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Both genders with age of 18 years and above * Diagnosed and referred patients of fibromyalgia according to the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) criteria. * The ability to provide informed consent and wiling to participate in the study. * Fluency in the study language (i.e. Urdu in this case). Exclusion Criteria: * Any other chronic pain condition that could affect fatigue and sleep. * Diagnosed sleep disorder (such as sleep apnea or insomnia) that could affect the results. * History of a psychiatric disorder that could affect the results. * History of substance abuse. * Participation in any other study that could affect the results at the time of recruitment.
Where this trial is running
Lahore, Punjab
- University of Lahore Teaching Hospital — Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Memona Khan, MSPT MSK* — The University of Lahore
- Study coordinator: Ashfaq Ahmad, PhD
- Email: dean@ahs.uol.edu.pk
- Phone: 03009449192
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.