Evaluating recovery after ankle sprains treated in the emergency department
ANKHEAL - Evaluation of the Recovery Experienced by Patients After an Ankle Sprain Treated in the Emergency Department of Nantes University Hospital
This study looks at how well people recover from ankle sprains treated in the emergency department to see what doctors are doing and how patients are feeling a month later.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 200 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 70 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Nantes University Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Nantes, Loire-Atlantique) |
| Trial ID | NCT06657937 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to assess the recovery of patients with ankle sprains who are treated in the adult emergency department of Nantes University Hospital. It will describe the current practices of doctors regarding the initial treatment of these injuries and evaluate patient recovery rates one month post-trauma. The findings may inform future recommendations for managing ankle sprains in emergency settings.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults over 18 years old who present with an isolated ankle sprain at the Nantes CHU emergency department.
Not a fit: Patients over 70 years old, those requiring hospitalization, or with associated fractures will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved treatment protocols for ankle sprains, enhancing recovery outcomes for patients.
How similar studies have performed: While this study focuses on current practices and recovery rates, similar observational studies have shown success in improving treatment protocols for other acute injuries.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patient over 18 years of age * Presenting an isolated ankle sprain * Visiting Nantes CHU emergency department for this reason * Patient able to read and speak French * Patient covered by a social security scheme Exclusion Criteria: * Patient \> 70 years old * Patients requiring hospitalization following a visit to the emergency department * Any intercurrent pathology that may affect the management of the ankle sprain * Associated ankle fracture * Patients under legal protection.
Where this trial is running
Nantes, Loire-Atlantique
- Nantes University Hospital — Nantes, Loire-Atlantique, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Pierre LEAUTE, PH
- Email: pierre.leaute@chu-nantes.fr
- Phone: 33240083333
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.