BCMC-OA questionnaire: Adult Thumb CMC OA during Tier 2 MSK
Research type
Research Study
Full title
Exploring the Factors Influencing Patients' Decision-Making Process for Surgical Intervention versus Conservative Treatment Options for Thumb Carpometacarpal Osteoarthritis: A Questionnaire-Based Survey Study within a Tier 2 MSK/Orthopaedic Service.
IRAS ID
329398
Contact name
Ritu kharb
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
Bridgewater Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Clinicaltrials.gov Identifier
BCHC202306, BCHC202306
Duration of Study in the UK
0 years, 6 months, 0 days
Research summary
Summary of the Study:
Thumb Carpometacarpal (CMC) osteoarthritis is a common condition affecting the base of the thumb, causing pain, swelling, and reduced hand function. Treatment options include surgical intervention and conservative approaches like splinting, medication, and hand therapy. Deciding between these options is complex and influenced by various factors. This study aims to explore these factors within a Tier 2 MSK/Orthopaedic Service, using a questionnaire-based survey.
Adult patients diagnosed with CMC osteoarthritis and receiving consultations in the Tier 2 MSK/Orthopaedic Service will participate. The survey will collect data on demographics, disease severity, treatment knowledge, decision-making process, influencing factors, and satisfaction. Closed-ended questions will be analyzed descriptively, while open-ended questions will undergo thematic analysis.
Ethical considerations will be followed, including informed consent, data confidentiality, and approval from the relevant ethics committee. The study's significance lies in enhancing our understanding of patients' decision-making processes, leading to the development of decision-making tools for CMC osteoarthritis management. Healthcare professionals can improve patient-centeredness and satisfaction by utilizing these findings.
The study's outcomes can also form the basis for further research, allowing the development and evaluation of decision-making tools and exploring their implementation in clinical practice. The estimated timeline for this study is 6 months, with required resources including a research team, access to the Tier 2 MSK/Orthopaedic Service, data collection materials, analysis software, and ethical clearance.
Dissemination of results will occur through peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and sharing with the participating MSK/Orthopaedic Service for clinical practice improvement. The findings may contribute to the researcher's academic pursuits, including potential publications and public presentations.
In conclusion, this descriptive qualitative study aims to uncover the factors influencing patients' decision-making processes regarding surgical intervention versus conservative treatment options for thumb carpometacarpal osteoarthritis. The insights gained will inform decision-making tools, potentially improving clinical practice and patient outcomes while supporting the researcher's future endeavors.
REC name
East of England - Cambridge South Research Ethics Committee
REC reference
23/EE/0144
Date of REC Opinion
19 Jul 2023
REC opinion
Further Information Favourable Opinion