Evaluation in Individuals with COPD and Asymptomatic Individuals
- Conditions
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Interventions
- Other: MMSE TestOther: PASE TestOther: The PRISMA-7 Frailty ScaleOther: TAMPA TestOther: (JAMAR) Muscle TestOther: Fatigue Severity Scale
- Registration Number
- NCT06077357
- Lead Sponsor
- Kırıkkale University
- Brief Summary
The literature does not provide sufficient information on the evaluation of frailty, handgrip strength, physical activity, kinesiophobia, and fatigue in elderly individuals with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and asymptomatic elderly individuals. Additionally, there is a gap in the literature regarding the impact of COPD on these parameters in geriatric individuals diagnosed with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease . To fill this gap in the literature and to establish treatment approaches based on the results of parameters studied in elderly individuals with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease in future studies.
- Detailed Description
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a prevalent condition among the elderly population, considered a leading cause of morbidity and mortality. It is characterized by chronic inflammatory responses associated with harmful particles or gases in the airways and lungs, resulting in persistent airflow limitation that is both preventable and treatable . While cough and sputum are reported as clinical symptoms in COPD cases, the most prominent clinical symptom is dyspnea. Age-related physiological changes and frailty lead to a decrease in levels of physical activity. The resulting deconditioning from reduced physical activity causes a decline in ventilation quality, creating a vicious cycle that progressively exacerbates dyspnea. This study involves the comparison of individuals diagnosed with COPD with asymptomatic geriatric individuals. Its aim is to examine the effects of COPD on frailty, handgrip strength, physical activity, kinesiophobia, and fatigue.
Recruitment & Eligibility
- Status
- COMPLETED
- Sex
- All
- Target Recruitment
- 40
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Inclusion Criteria for COPD Patients:
- Having received a diagnosis of COPD
- Being 65 years of age or older
- Volunteering to participate in the study
- Not having any mental or communication issues that would hinder the completion of the questionnaires to be used in the research
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Inclusion Criteria for Asymptomatic Individuals:
- Not having received a diagnosis of COPD
- Being 65 years of age or older
- Volunteering to participate in the study
- Not having any mental or communication issues that would hinder the completion of the questionnaires to be used in the research
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Exclusion Criteria for COPD and Asymptomatic Individuals:
- Having a diagnosis of both physical and mental illnesses
- Being diagnosed with unstable COPD
- Having conditions such as unstable angina, prior heart attack, uncontrolled hypertension, cancer, and neurological disorders accompanied by functional limitations
- Currently being addicted to alcohol or substances
- Having severe visual and hearing impairments
- Having undergone major surgery in the past few months
- Having a history of recurring significant clinical infections.
Study & Design
- Study Type
- INTERVENTIONAL
- Study Design
- PARALLEL
- Arm && Interventions
Group Intervention Description COPD Patients MMSE Test Having COPD. Older than 65 years old and not having any communication problems. COPD Patients TAMPA Test Having COPD. Older than 65 years old and not having any communication problems. COPD Patients (JAMAR) Muscle Test Having COPD. Older than 65 years old and not having any communication problems. Asymptomatic Patients (JAMAR) Muscle Test Not having a diagnosis of COPD and being over 65 years old and not having any communication problems. COPD Patients PASE Test Having COPD. Older than 65 years old and not having any communication problems. Asymptomatic Patients TAMPA Test Not having a diagnosis of COPD and being over 65 years old and not having any communication problems. COPD Patients The PRISMA-7 Frailty Scale Having COPD. Older than 65 years old and not having any communication problems. Asymptomatic Patients MMSE Test Not having a diagnosis of COPD and being over 65 years old and not having any communication problems. Asymptomatic Patients The PRISMA-7 Frailty Scale Not having a diagnosis of COPD and being over 65 years old and not having any communication problems. COPD Patients Fatigue Severity Scale Having COPD. Older than 65 years old and not having any communication problems. Asymptomatic Patients PASE Test Not having a diagnosis of COPD and being over 65 years old and not having any communication problems. Asymptomatic Patients Fatigue Severity Scale Not having a diagnosis of COPD and being over 65 years old and not having any communication problems.
- Primary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method The Fatigue Severity Scale 4 months The Fatigue Severity Scale evaluates the severity of fatigue through 9 questions, with scores ranging from 9 to 63 on the scale. Each question is scored on a 1 (completely disagree) to 7 (completely agree) Likert scale. A higher score indicates increased severity of fatigue.A higher score is worse.
- Secondary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method Hand Grip Strength Measurement 4 months Hand Grip Strength Measurement is a test used to assess upper extremity muscle strength. The test is performed three times on both hands, and the results are recorded. The highest values on both sides are documented. A high score indicates high hand grip strength.
The Tampa Scale of Kinesiophobia 4 months The Tampa Scale of Kinesiophobia is a 17-item checklist. A 4-point scale is used for scoring (1= Strongly Disagree, 4= Strongly Agree). Individuals receive a total score between 17 and 68. A higher score indicates higher levels of kinesiophobia.A higher score is worse.
The Mini Mental Test (MMT) 4 months This test is conducted for cognitive assessment. Scores range from 0 to 30. A score higher than 24 indicates no cognitive impairment.A higher score is better.
PRISMA-7 Fragility Test 4 months This scale consists of 7 questions. Each question is answered with yes or no. Having more "yes" answers indicates a higher level of frailty. Having 3 or more "yes" answers indicates fragility.A higher score is worse.
The Physical Activity Scale for the Elderly (PASE) 4 months The questionnaire assesses the physical activities of elderly individuals within the past week, covering components related to leisure, household chores, and work-related physical activities. Participation in leisure-time activities, including outdoor walking of light, moderate, and vigorous intensity, as well as muscle-strengthening exercises, is recorded as never, seldom (1-2 days/week), sometimes (3-4 days/week), and often (5-7 days/week). Additionally, the duration of activities is classified as less than 1 hour, 1-2 hours, 2-4 hours, and more than 4 hours. A higher score indicates higher physical activity levels.A higher score is better.
Trial Locations
- Locations (1)
Kırıkkale Yuksek Ihtisas Hospital
🇹🇷Kırıkkale, Yahsihan, Turkey