Post-operative care for Lumbar Disc Herniation (LDH) is important to reduce postoperative complications. The transition from hospital to home after discharge is important for LDH patients, as the transition process is flawless, the necessary care is provided appropriately, and follow-up is important. The aim of the study is to determine the effects of transitional model-based telenursing and mobile application-based follow-up on fall risk, post-discharge recovery, mobility, anxiety, and complications in patients who underwent lumbar disc surgery.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Patients who are 18 years of age or older,
* Can speak and understand Turkish,
* Have no hearing, understanding, vision or speech problems,
* Have undergone LDH surgery for the first time,
* Have undergone LDH surgery with the open method,
* Have not been diagnosed with depression or anxiety disorder before surgery and are not taking medication for this purpose,
* Have a smart mobile phone suitable for taking photos or for those close to them,
* Have not developed serious complications that would delay their discharge from the hospital,
* Volunteer to participate in the study will be included in the study.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Patients who wish to withdraw from the study at any stage after voluntarily participating 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?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
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
1
Complication
Timeframe: From enrollment to the end of treatment at 1 weeks
2
Rehospitalization
Timeframe: From enrollment to the end of treatment at 1 weeks
3
Readmission
Timeframe: From enrollment to the end of treatment at 1 weeks