Examining injuries from foiling in water sports in Brittany
Accidentology and Traumatology Associated With Foiling in Brittany
This study looks at how often people get hurt while foiling in water sports in Brittany compared to those who don’t use foils, to help improve safety and treatment for these injuries.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University Hospital, Brest Academic / other |
| Locations | 5 sites (Brest, Finistère and 4 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06680453 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study investigates the incidence of sport injuries associated with foiling, a new water sport discipline that has gained popularity in Brittany. It aims to compare the number of injuries among patients using foils versus those not using them, while also assessing the management of these injuries. By analyzing data from patients who have experienced boating accidents within the past week, the study seeks to improve understanding and management of foiling-related injuries. The findings could help inform safety measures and treatment protocols for water sports enthusiasts.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults who have sustained injuries from boating accidents involving foiling within the last week.
Not a fit: Patients who are minors, illiterate, or do not understand French may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved safety protocols and injury management strategies for participants in water sports.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited research specifically on foiling-related injuries, the study's approach of comparing injury rates in different water sports has been utilized in other contexts with some success.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patient of legal age * Patient not expressing refusal to participate in the study * Patient consulting an emergency room following a boating accident that occurred no more than 7 days previously * Patient able to complete a questionnaire Exclusion Criteria: * Minor patient * Patients who are illiterate and/or do not understand French * Patient under legal protection
Where this trial is running
Brest, Finistère and 4 other locations
- CHU de Brest — Brest, Finistère, France (Recruiting)
- Centre Hospitalier Michel Mazéas — Douarnenez, Finistère, France (Recruiting)
- Centre Hospitalier de Morlaix — Morlaix, Finistère, France (Recruiting)
- Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal de Cornouaille — Quimper, Finistère, France (Recruiting)
- GHBS Hôpital du Scorff — Lorient, Morbihan, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Pierre-Yves Egreteau, Md
- Email: pyegreteau@ch-morlaix.fr
- Phone: 33298626095
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.