Psychometric Evaluation of the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support in Lower Extremity Amputation

The purpose of this study is to examine the validity and reliability of the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support in individuals with lower extremity amputation. Social support plays an important role in psychological well-being, social participation, and adaptation after amputation. However, there is limited evidence regarding whether this scale accurately and consistently measures perceived social support in individuals with lower limb amputation. Participants aged 18 years and older with lower extremity amputation will be invited to complete several questionnaires, including the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support. Some participants will complete the social support questionnaire a second time within a short period to evaluate the consistency of the results. The findings of this study are expected to contribute to the accurate assessment of perceived social support in individuals with lower limb amputation and to support future clinical and research applications.

NCT Number	NCT07379320
Lead Sponsor	Hacettepe University
Conditions	Lower Limb Amputation
Enrollment	55 participants
Start Date	2026-01-30
Primary Completion	2026-03-15 (estimated)
Study Completion	2026-12-15 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-01-30