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All Genders
ID07291492
Examining the Relationship Between Health Literacy Level and Functional Outcomes in Patients With Hand and Forearm Injuries
Led by Pamukkale University · Updated on 2026-03-11
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Participants Needed
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What this Trial Is About
Researchers are studying how health literacy relates to patient-reported outcomes and grip strength in adults with hand and forearm injuries. The study focuses on patients aged 18 to 65 who have experienced these injuries and aims to understand how their understanding of health information might impact their recovery and function. Patients referred to the hand rehabilitation unit for hand or forearm injuries will be observed over a 12-week period. During this time, conventional hand therapy treatments such as managing swelling and scars, along with exercises, will be applied. The study does not involve comparing different treatments but follows patients receiving standard rehabilitation care. Participants will be assessed at the 12th week after their injury using the European Health Literacy Scale, the Michigan Hand Outcomes Questionnaire, and measurements of grip strength. These assessments help researchers evaluate the functional outcomes and health literacy levels of patients. The study involves voluntary participation and observation over the 12-week recovery period.
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Brief Title
Health Literacy Level and Functional Outcomes in Patients With Hand and Forearm Injuries
Who Can Participate
Age: 18Years - 65Years
All Genders
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Aged 18-65 years
- Voluntarily agreed to participate
- Presented with hand and/or forearm injuries
You will not qualify if you...
- Concomitant shoulder or elbow injuries
- History of surgery due to neurological, rheumatological, or metabolic conditions affecting the entire upper extremity
- Employment in a health-related profession
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Your Study Journey
Screening
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Monitoring
Duration - 12 weeks
Participants with hand or forearm injuries receiving conventional hand therapy are followed to observe functional outcomes.
Follow-up visits as part of hand therapy over 12 weeks
Trial Site Locations
Total: 2 locations
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Pamukkale University
Denizli, Turkey (Türkiye), 20070
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Pamukkale University
Denizli, Turkey (Türkiye)
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Research Team
H
HANDE USTA OZDEMIR, PhD
How is the study designed?
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
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Number of Arms
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