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NCT Number: NCT07680062

Pain, Caregiver Burden, and Quality of Life in Mothers of Children With Disabilities

This study aims to investigate the relationships between pain intensity, caregiver burden, and quality of life in mothers of children with disabilities. Pain intensity, caregiver burden, and physical and mental quality of life will be evaluated using validated outcome measures. The study also aims to determine independent factors associated with quality of life in caregivers.

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Key information

Conditions

Caregiver Burden Behavior Behavioral Symptoms Neurologic Manifestations Pain Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Quality of Life Signs and Symptoms Stress, Psychological

Age range

18 year–65 year

Sex eligibility

Female

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Üsküdar University

Istanbul, Uskudar, 34662, Turkey (Türkiye)

About this study

Mothers of children with disabilities are exposed to substantial physical and psychological demands due to long-term caregiving responsibilities. These challenges may negatively affect pain levels, caregiver burden, and quality of life. However, the relationships between these factors have not been sufficiently investigated.

This cross-sectional observational study aims to examine the associations between pain intensity, caregiver burden, and quality of life in mothers of children with disabilities. Pain intensity will be assessed using the Numeric Pain Scale (NPS), caregiver burden using the Zarit Caregiver Burden Scale, and quality of life using the Short Form-12 (SF-12), including physical and mental component scores. Pearson correlation and multiple linear regression analyses will be performed to determine the relationships between variables and identify independent determinants of quality of life.

Who can participate

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Mothers aged 18 years and older who were the primary caregiver of a child with disabilities and who agreed to participate in the study were included.

Exclusion criteria

  • Mothers with diagnosed neurological, rheumatological, or severe musculoskeletal disorders that could independently affect pain, physical activity, or quality of life were excluded.
  • Mothers with cognitive impairment preventing questionnaire completion were also excluded

Treatment and study plan

Not Applicable (N/A)

Other

Not Applicable (N/A)

Primary outcomes

  1. Zarit Caregiver Burden Scale

    Time frame: baseline

    The Zarit Caregiver Burden Scale is a self-reported questionnaire used to evaluate the level of burden experienced by caregivers. Higher scores indicate greater caregiver burden.

  2. Numeric Pain Scale (NPS)

    Time frame: baseline

    The Numeric Pain Scale is an 11-point scale ranging from 0 (no pain) to 10 (worst imaginable pain) used to assess pain intensity.

  3. Short Form-12 (SF-12)

    Time frame: baseline

    The SF-12 is a validated health-related quality of life questionnaire consisting of physical and mental component scores. Higher scores indicate better quality of life.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Uskudar University

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Relationship Between Pain Intensity, Caregiver Burden, and Quality of Life in Mothers of Children With Disabilities: A Cross-Sectional Study

Important dates

Study start
2026
Primary completion
2026
Study completion
2026
First posted
Jul 1, 2026
Registry last updated
Jul 1, 2026

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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