Effectiveness of Web-Based Education on Symptoms and Quality of Life in University Students With Premenstrual Syndrome

Quality of Life Clinical Trial

Official title: Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Web-Based Education on Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) Symptoms and Quality of Life

Status Completed

Clinical Trial Summary

Digital solutions are becoming increasingly prevalent, addressing health concerns through innovative means has become imperative. Among these concerns, Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) stands out as a significant challenge that affecting the physical and emotional well-being of women of reproductive age. Despite previous studies demonstrating the effectiveness of health education for PMS, there remains a gap in providing accessible and cost-effective evidence-based interventions. The present study seeks to address this gap by using technology to provide targeted information and support to women. For this reason, the purpose of this randomized controlled study is to evaluate the effectiveness of a web-based health education in university students with PMS. The main questions it aims to answer are:

• Does web-based education lower the premenstrual symptoms in university students with PMS?

• Does web-based education improve the quality of life in university students with PMS?

Researchers compared web-based education to a control (no special intervention) to see if intervention works to management PMS. Intervention group participants received web-based education with weekly updates about PMS (definition, symptoms, treatment etc.) and management strategies for 4 weeks.

Clinical Trial Description

The study was planned as a parallel, single-blind, randomized, controlled experimental study with a pretest-posttest design. The sample group of the research was the nursing department of a Faculty of Health Sciences in Pamukkale University. Eligibility was determined by the Premenstrual Syndrome Scale and personal information form. The sample size was calculated in the PS Power and Sample Size Calculations 3.1.6 program by using data from a previous study with a large effect size (α =0.05, d=0.86). Accordingly, it was found that at least 32 participants should be taken for each group to sampling for 80% power. To avoid possible data loss, all participants (n=74) determined to be eligible were included in the study. A simple randomization method was used in this study. Outcomes were measured at baseline, 4 weeks, and 12 weeks after the intervention began. Data were collected using the Premenstrual Syndrome Scale, Premenstrual Symptoms Impact Scale, System Usability Scale, and personal information form. ;

Related Conditions & MeSH terms

• Premenstrual Syndrome
• Quality of Life
• Syndrome

• NCT number: NCT06431646
• Study type: Interventional
• Source: Pamukkale University
• Status: Completed
• Phase: N/A
• Start date: January 1, 2022
• Completion date: June 13, 2022