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Development and Evaluation of an Evidence-based Education Program for People With Hand Dysfunction in Scleroderma
Sponsor: Wen-Shao Lin
Summary
The purpose of this study is to develop an evidence-based educational program for scleroderma patients with hand dysfunction. The program includes a self-care handbook and multimedia video resources. The study aims to answer: Does the intervention improve hand function in the experimental group compared to the control group? Does the intervention improve self-care knowledge of hand dysfunction? Does the intervention improve overall health? Participants will receive an 8-week program, while the control group receives usual care. Outcome measures include hand function, overall health, and self-care knowledge.
Official title: Development and Evaluation of an Evidence-based Education Program for People With Hand Dysfunction in Scleroderma: A Randomized Control Trail
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
40
Start Date
2024-07-30
Completion Date
2025-07-31
Last Updated
2024-11-20
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
patient education program
The intervention for the experimental group was an "evidence-based educational program for hand dysfunction in patients with systemic sclerosis," which included a health education manual and multimedia videos developed through evidence translation. Additionally, individual education and consultation were provided.
Locations (1)
Cheng Hsin General Hospital
Taipei, Taiwan