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Official title Patient Experience of Older Adults Living Alone With Injuries
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07610161
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study aims to explore the patient experiences of living alone older adults with injuries, and to examine the effects of a "Geriatric Trauma Care Program" in older adults with limb injuries who live alone. A three-year design will be used to reach the purposes of this study.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 65 to 74
You may be able to join if
- willing to join this study for 12 weeks
- limb injuries,
- living alone without any family,
- 65 to 74 years old,
- independent before an injury,
You likely can't join if
- with an ISS greater than 16 (severe injuries)
- severe cognitive impairment
- severe illness such as organ system insufficiency
- diagnosed with depression
See the full eligibility criteria
- willing to join this study for 12 weeks
- limb injuries,
- living alone without any family,
- 65 to 74 years old,
- independent before an injury,
- have a smart phone
- be able to communicate in Mandarin
- with an ISS greater than 16 (severe injuries)
- severe cognitive impairment
- severe illness such as organ system insufficiency
- diagnosed with depression
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Kaohsiung City, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
- Kaohsiung City, Taiwan
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 65 years to 74 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Kaohsiung City, Kaohsiung, Taiwan; Kaohsiung City, Taiwan. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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