Evaluating lifting restrictions after inguinal hernia surgery
Activity Restrictions After Inguinal Hernia Repair
This study is testing if letting patients decide when to return to normal activities after inguinal hernia surgery helps them heal better and feel happier compared to following strict lifting restrictions.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 200 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 99 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System Federal |
| Locations | 1 site (Aurora, Colorado) |
| Trial ID | NCT05867134 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This pilot study aims to assess the impact of different lifting and physical activity restrictions following surgical repair of single-sided inguinal hernias. Patients will be randomized into two groups: one receiving standard care with specific activity restrictions and another allowed to return to activity as tolerated. The study will measure convalescence, surgical outcomes, complication rates, and quality of life through questionnaires and medical chart reviews. The goal is to determine if patients benefit from having autonomy in their recovery process.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals with a clinical diagnosis of unilateral inguinal hernia who are scheduled for surgery and can provide consent.
Not a fit: Patients with bilateral or recurrent inguinal hernias or those undergoing additional surgical procedures may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to more personalized recovery protocols that enhance patient comfort and reduce recovery time.
How similar studies have performed: While similar studies have explored postoperative activity restrictions, this approach of allowing patient autonomy in recovery is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Clinical diagnosis of unilateral inguinal hernia * Must be undergoing surgery * Must be able to consent Exclusion Criteria: * Bilateral inguinal hernia * Recurrent inguinal hernia * Surgery scheduled with additional concomitant procedures
Where this trial is running
Aurora, Colorado
- Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center — Aurora, Colorado, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Edward Jones — Vhaech
- Study coordinator: Edward Jones
- Email: edward.jones@cuanschutz.edu
- Phone: 7207236462
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.