Effects of Telerehabilitation-Based Interventions on the Musculoskeletal System in Drivers (NCT06297798) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Effects of Telerehabilitation-Based Interventions on the Musculoskeletal System in Drivers
Turkey (Türkiye)40 participantsStarted 2024-03-14
Plain-language summary
This study is designed to examine the effect of telerehabilitation application on the musculoskeletal system of drivers.The study will include 40 voluntary participants who work as drivers on inter-district routes in Sakarya. The participants' sociodemographic information, musculoskeletal problems, and postures will be assessed. Participants will be divided into two groups: one group will receive tele-rehabilitation with posture and stabilization exercises, while the other group will serve as the control group. The exercises will be implemented for 10 weeks, followed by an 8-week tapering period, after which the groups will be crossed over. A re-evaluation will be conducted after 10 weeks, with follow-up assessments scheduled for 3 months later.
Who can participate
Age range
30 Years – 65 Years
Sex
MALE
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Individuals working as drivers in intercity minibuses in Sakarya.
* Those who have been working as drivers for at least one year.
* Age between 30 and 65.
* Male gender.
* Those who can use a smartphone.
* Those who can use at least one of the following applications: WhatsApp, Zoom, or Teams.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Orthopedic surgeries undergone within the past year.
* Inability to obtain consent to participate in the study.
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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MUSCLE SKELETAL SYSTEM ASSESSMENT
Timeframe: Through study completion, an average of 1 year