Developing and piloting a survey questionnaire on factors influencing dressing among women with upper extremity musculoskeletal conditions in Southern Karnataka - A cross sectional study.
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 尚未招募
- 发起方
- 入组人数
- 18
- 试验地点
- 1
- 主要终点
- The survey questionnaire developed and validated will be used as the primary outcome measure to identify the factors that influence dressing in Southern Karnataka women with upper extremity musculoskeletal conditions.
研究概览
简要总结
Title:
Developing and piloting a survey questionnaire on factors influencing dressing among women with upper extremity musculoskeletal conditions in Southern Karnataka.
Type of Study:
Prospective cross-sectional study.
Study Aim:
To identify the factors affecting dressing among South Karnataka women with upper extremity musculoskeletal conditions. This involves developing and validating a survey questionnaire.
Justification:
Dressing is a crucial daily activity tied to personal independence. Women with upper extremity musculoskeletal conditions often face challenges in this area, which can affect their quality of life. The study focuses on understanding these difficulties in an Indian context, specifically in Southern Karnataka.
Study Period:
July 2024 – March 2025.
Sample Size:
18 participants will be selected using purposive sampling.
Methodology:
Inclusion Criteria: Women aged 18-60 with upper extremity musculoskeletal conditions lasting over three months.
Exclusion Criteria: Women with recent surgeries, neurological or mental health conditions.
Study Phases:
- Questionnaire Development
Based on literature, anecdotal evidence, and clinical experience, a survey will be developed focusing on factors influencing dressing.
2. Content Validation
A panel of occupational therapists will review the questionnaire to ensure its relevance and accuracy.
3. Pilot Study
Conducted among 18 participants using an online survey. Data will be analyzed using descriptive statistics.
Outcome Measures:
The validated questionnaire will assess the factors influencing dressing among the target group.
Potential Risks and Benefits:
Minimal risk. Ethical considerations include informed consent, confidentiality, and data protection.
This project aims to contribute to occupational therapy by addressing a gap in the research on dressing challenges among women with specific musculoskeletal conditions in India.
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Observational
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 18.00 Year(s) 至 60.00 Year(s)（—）
- 性别
- Female
入选标准
- •women with upper extremity musculoskeletal conditions in India women of age 18 to 60 yrs women who have been having the condition for more than 3 months.
排除标准
- •women who have undergone recent surgeries and are in acute stage women with neurological conditions women with mental health conditions.
结局指标
主要结局
The survey questionnaire developed and validated will be used as the primary outcome measure to identify the factors that influence dressing in Southern Karnataka women with upper extremity musculoskeletal conditions.
时间窗: At Baseline
次要结局
未报告次要终点
研究者
Pooja Manish Chavda
Manipal College of Health Professions (MCHP)