RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07707401

Effectiveness of WeChat-Supported Neck Rehabilitation Exercises on Early Recovery After Thyroidectomy

Effectiveness of WeChat-Supported Neck Rehabilitation Exercises on Early Recovery After Thyroidectomy: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Sponsor

Shanghai 6th People's Hospital

Enrollment

200 participants

Start Date

Jul 13, 2026

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Surgery Thyroid Cancer Postoperative Pain Thyroid Diseases

Summary

This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness, safety, and implementation outcomes of a WeChat mini program-supported tele-neck rehabilitation exercises for improving early postoperative neck recovery after thyroidectomy.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 60 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This clinical trial is studying a behavioral approach called Standardized Postoperative Care and Video Education and a behavioral approach called WeChat-supported Neck Rehabilitation Exercise for people with postoperative pain, surgery, and other related conditions. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location. People eligible for this study include aged 18 Years to 60 Years.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALWeChat-supported Neck Rehabilitation Exercise

WeChat mini program-supported neck exercise management includes daily exercise reminders, exercise check-ins, symptom reporting, automated abnormal symptom prompts, and standardized remote feedback from the research team.

BEHAVIORALStandardized Postoperative Care and Video Education

This intervention consists of standard clinical postoperative care and discharge education, encompassing wound management, follow-up appointments, and generic neck activity guidelines. Prior to discharge or upon clinical stability, participants undergo a one-time, face-to-face training session with research staff featuring practical exercise demonstrations and behavioral precautions, and are provided with identical instructional video materials for home reference.