Effect of Pulmonary Rehabilitation on Respiratory Parameters in Upper Extremity Burns (NCT07577960) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Effect of Pulmonary Rehabilitation on Respiratory Parameters in Upper Extremity Burns
Turkey (Türkiye)64 participantsStarted 2026-05
Plain-language summary
This study will evaluate the effects of a pulmonary rehabilitation program on breathing function, respiratory muscle activity, respiratory muscle thickness, and functional capacity in adults with upper extremity burns. Participants will be randomly assigned to either a pulmonary rehabilitation group or a control group. The pulmonary rehabilitation group will receive respiratory muscle training together with upper extremity aerobic exercises, while the control group will receive a conventional exercise program. Assessments will be performed before the intervention, at week 3, and after the 6-week intervention period. The results may help improve rehabilitation approaches for people with upper extremity burns.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 65 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Adults aged 18 to 65 years
* History of upper extremity burn injury 3 to 12 months before enrollment
* Clinically stable condition, including oxygen saturation greater than 92% and cardiac stability
* Ability to communicate and follow instructions, with no hearing, cognitive, or motor communication impairment
* Voluntary agreement to participate in the study and signing the informed consent form
Exclusion Criteria:
* Burns involving the lower extremity, trunk, or head and neck regions
* History of chronic pulmonary, cardiac, neurological, or musculoskeletal disease
* Dependence on mechanical ventilation or respiratory support
* Severe psychiatric disorder or cognitive impairment
* Pregnancy
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.