Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 to 70

Effects of early mobilization on recovery after obesity surgery

Official title: Recovering From Bariatric Surgery: the Effects of Early Initiated and Supervised Mobilization

Run by Esbjerg Hospital - University Hospital of Southern Denmark · NCT06222151 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests if getting up and moving around soon after obesity surgery helps patients recover faster and feel less pain.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 70 Years
SexAll
Enrollment112 (estimated)
SponsorEsbjerg Hospital - University Hospital of Southern Denmark
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Esbjerg, Region Syddanmark)
StatusRecruiting
StartedApril 22, 2024
Main results expectedJune 1, 2027
Study endsDecember 26, 2027
Registry record updatedMay 20, 2026
Trial IDNCT06222151 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are patients who are undergoing bariatric surgery and can read and understand Danish.

Probably not a fit

Patients with preoperative dependence on walking aids or significant acute complications may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study investigates how early and supervised mobilization affects postoperative pain management and recovery in patients who have undergone bariatric surgery. It includes a randomized controlled trial to assess the impact of mobilization during hospitalization and the first four weeks post-surgery. Additionally, it explores patient experiences with mobilization and its influence on pain coping, physical functionality, and overall quality of life. Participants will be randomized into intervention and control groups, and qualitative interviews will be conducted to gather insights on their experiences.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve pain management and recovery outcomes for patients after bariatric surgery.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown positive outcomes with early mobilization in postoperative recovery, suggesting this approach may be effective.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* The ability to read and understand the Danish language

Exclusion Criteria:

* Preoperative dependence of walking aids
* Vision impairment
* Previous syncopes or epilepsy
* Admission to the intensive care unit after surgery
* Acute complications during hospital admission
* Patients are excluded at baseline if they have an oxygen saturation below 90% or a systolic blood pressure above 180 mmHg

Where it's running

  • Esbjerg Hospital, University Hospital of Southern Denmark
    Esbjerg, Region Syddanmark, Denmark
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
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