The Effect of Cold Application in Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis

The aim of this thesis is to examine the effects of cold application on pain, disease activity, and quality of life in patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis. Currently, non-pharmacological interventions, such as cold therapy, are utilized less frequently than pharmacological treatments for the management of pain in inflamed joints. Cold application is anticipated to alleviate pain and consequently enhance patients' quality of life. This study seeks to improve quality of life by reducing pain in patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis. Given its simplicity, ease of application, and low cost, this intervention may be recommended as a pain management strategy both for patients and for nurses working in clinical settings. Furthermore, the study aims to contribute to the existing literature on the subject.

NCT Number	NCT07359326
Lead Sponsor	Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi
Conditions	Cold Application, Pain, Disease Activity, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA
Enrollment	90 participants
Start Date	2024-10-14
Primary Completion	2026-01-30 (estimated)
Study Completion	2026-03-29 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-04-24