Fear of movement and recovery after a non-surgical broken wrist
Investigation of the Predictability of Kinesiophobia on Functional Outcomes in Conservatively Treated Distal Radius Fractures
This project will see if fear of movement (kinesiophobia) predicts recovery in people treated without surgery for a broken wrist.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 34 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Pamukkale University Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Denizli and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT07291505 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study measures whether kinesiophobia predicts functional recovery in patients with conservatively treated distal radius fractures. Researchers will use the Tampa Kinesiophobia Scale to quantify fear of movement and will measure wrist joint range of motion and upper extremity weight-bearing to capture physical function. Patient-rated wrist disability will be recorded using the Patient-Rated Wrist Evaluation (PRWE) questionnaire. Eligible participants are adults with an isolated distal radius fracture managed non-surgically and without cognitive impairment, while those with bilateral or other musculoskeletal/neurovascular injuries are excluded.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults with an isolated distal radius fracture treated non-surgically who can understand and follow assessment instructions.
Not a fit: Patients with additional musculoskeletal or neurovascular injuries, bilateral wrist injuries, or those who had surgery may not benefit from the study's findings.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, identifying kinesiophobia as a predictor could help target rehabilitation and education to improve wrist recovery.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has linked kinesiophobia to poorer outcomes in other musculoskeletal conditions, but evidence specifically in conservatively treated distal radius fractures is limited.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Having been treated conservatively with an isolated distal radius fracture diagnosis, * Having a cognitive level that allows one to understand assessment methods and apply instructions. Exclusion Criteria: * Comorbid musculoskeletal-neurovascular injuries * Bilateral injuries
Where this trial is running
Denizli and 1 other locations
- Pamukkale University — Denizli, Turkey (Türkiye) (Not_yet_recruiting)
- Pamukkale University — Denizli, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Umut Eraslan, PhD
- Email: ueraslan@pau.edu.tr
- Phone: +905444126520
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.