Turkish Adaptation Study of the Generic Functional Index

Launched by ISTANBUL BILGI UNIVERSITY · May 27, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying a tool called the Generic Functional Index, which helps measure how well people with musculoskeletal diseases, like arthritis or other joint issues, are functioning in their daily lives. The researchers are working on creating a Turkish version of this tool to ensure it is accurate and reliable for Turkish-speaking patients. The study will involve translating the scale carefully, getting feedback from experts, and testing it with people who have musculoskeletal conditions to make sure it works well.

To be eligible for this study, participants need to be at least 18 years old, able to read Turkish, and have a musculoskeletal disorder. However, individuals with severe disabilities, cognitive impairments, or other conditions that affect their ability to understand the tool will not be included. Those who participate can expect to help researchers understand if this Turkish version is consistent and reliable over time, which is important for better assessing patients' functional abilities. This study is not currently recruiting participants, but it aims to improve care for individuals with musculoskeletal issues in Turkey.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Being 18 years of age or older,
• • Turkish literacy,
• • Cognitive competence,
• • Having a musculoskeletal disorder
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Those with acute functional impairment
• • Those with cognitive impairment, or
• • Those with a mental or physical condition that would prevent them from understanding the scale.