Physical TherapistNCT05190822
Evaluation of University Students' Knowledge Levels and Perceptions of the Physiotherapist
An observational study of Physical Therapist, run by Acibadem University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
The aim of this study is to determine the knowledge, perceptions and perspectives of students about physiotherapy and rehabilitation profession, who are studying in different departments, especially in the health sector in Turkey. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 to 25 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Physical Therapist
- What is being tested?
- College student
- How many people
- 600 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 20 Dec 2021to 30 May 2022
- Phase
- Observational
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 to 25 years
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult
Study population: The current study will be conducted by face-to-face interviews within the scope of questionnaires prepared by us for students studying in departments other than Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation at Acibadem Mehmet Ali Aydinlar University
Who may be able to join
- Individuals between the ages of 18-25 who are students and continue their education at Acibadem Mehmet Ali Aydinlar University
Who cannot join
- Students in the physiotherapy and rehabilitation department
- Students with serious mental illness
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Official title: Evaluation of University Students' Knowledge Levels and Perceptions of the Physiotherapist in Turkey: A Health-Areas University Example
The aim of this study is to determine the knowledge, perceptions and perspectives of students about physiotherapy and rehabilitation profession, who are studying in different departments, especially in the health sector in Turkey.
- Conditions
- Physical Therapist
- Being tested
- College student
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
College studentOther
Our research will be conducted by face-to-face interviews within the scope of questionnaires prepared by us for students studying in departments other than Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation at Acibadem Mehmet Ali Aydinlar University.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Students | Not described Receives: Other: College student |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Knowledge of students about the physiotherapist profession
5-point Likert (5=Strongly Agree, 0=Strongly Disagree) given to open-ended questions. As the score increases, the level of knowledge good [the minimum (18 point) and maximum values (90 point)], higher scores were mean a better outcome.
Measured: Baseline time
Perceptions of students about the physiotherapist profession
Measuring perceptions of physiotherapist and other professions relative to each other (0-10). low scores indicate poor perception, high scores indicate good perception. [the minimum (8 point) and maximum values (80 point)], higher scores were mean a better outcome.
Measured: Baseline time
Secondary outcomes (1)
Knowledge of students about the physiotherapist of health fields
In which health fields does the physiotherapist profession work. As the number increases, the level of knowledge will be determined as good, as it decreases, it will be determined as bad. [the minimum (0 point) and maximum values (24 point)], higher scores were mean a better outcome.
Measured: Baseline time
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted13 Jan 2022
- Study start20 Dec 2021
- Primary completion20 Jan 2022
- Study completion30 May 2022
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Physical TherapistStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- More trials run by Acibadem UniversityThe sponsor's other registered studies.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Observational
- Observational model
- Cohort
- Time perspective
- Prospective
- Enrolment
- 600 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Acibadem University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Nuray Alaca, Acibadem University
- Investigators
- Nuray ALACA, Asocc. Prof, Study director, Acibadem University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT05190822
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- ATADEK-2020-01/19
- Status last verified
- May 2022
- First submitted
- 28 Dec 2021
- Last updated
- 1 Jun 2022
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- Undecided
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 1 Jun 2022. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Evaluation of University Students' Knowledge Levels and Perceptions of the Physiotherapist in Turkey: A Health-Areas University Example
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT05190822
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- ATADEK-2020-01/19
- Conditions
- Physical Therapist
- Study type
- Observational
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 600 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Acibadem UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 20 Dec 2021 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 20 Jan 2022 (actual)
- Study completion
- 30 May 2022 (actual)
- First posted
- 13 Jan 2022 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
The aim of this study is to determine the knowledge, perceptions and perspectives of students about physiotherapy and rehabilitation profession, who are studying in different departments, especially in the health sector in Turkey.
Study design
- Observational model
- Cohort
- Time perspective
- Prospective
- Number of arms
- 1
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Students | – | Other: College student |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 to 25 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult
- Study population
- The current study will be conducted by face-to-face interviews within the scope of questionnaires prepared by us for students studying in departments other than Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation at Acibadem Mehmet Ali Aydinlar University
Key inclusion criteria (1 listed)
- Individuals between the ages of 18-25 who are students and continue their education at Acibadem Mehmet Ali Aydinlar University
Key exclusion criteria (2 listed)
- Students in the physiotherapy and rehabilitation department
- Students with serious mental illness
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| College studentOur research will be conducted by face-to-face interviews within the scope of questionnaires prepared by us for students studying in departments other than Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation at Acibadem Mehmet Ali Aydinlar University. | Other | Students |
Primary outcome
Knowledge of students about the physiotherapist profession
Time frame: Baseline time
5-point Likert (5=Strongly Agree, 0=Strongly Disagree) given to open-ended questions. As the score increases, the level of knowledge good [the minimum (18 point) and maximum values (90 point)], higher scores were mean a better outcome.
Perceptions of students about the physiotherapist profession
Time frame: Baseline time
Measuring perceptions of physiotherapist and other professions relative to each other (0-10). low scores indicate poor perception, high scores indicate good perception. [the minimum (8 point) and maximum values (80 point)], higher scores were mean a better outcome.
1 secondary outcome
Knowledge of students about the physiotherapist of health fields
Time frame: Baseline time
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 1 Jun 2022.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: Undecided
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
Nuray ALACA, Asocc. Prof study director
Acibadem University
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
An observational study of Physical Therapist, run by Acibadem University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 1 inclusion and 2 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 1 Jun 2022. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Knowledge of students about the physiotherapist profession (time frame: Baseline time). The study lists 2 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 1 Jun 2022.