Smartphone app aims to prevent bedsores and ease caregiver stress

NCT ID NCT07565233

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested a mobile app designed to teach caregivers of bedridden patients how to prevent pressure injuries (bedsores). The app included educational modules, daily care tracking, and a way to ask a nurse questions. Researchers wanted to see if using the app for six months would reduce the number of bedsores, lower caregiver burden, and help caregivers cope better with stress. The study involved 46 patient-caregiver pairs in Turkey.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Caregiver Burden Health Education Stress, Psychological decubitus ulcer prevention target

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Balıkesir Atatürk Şehir Hastanesi Evde Sağlık Hizmetleri Birimi

    Balıkesir, Merkez, 10000, Turkey (Türkiye)