Tailored rehabilitation for older adults after hip fractures
Structured Tailored Rehabilitation After Hip Fragility Fracture: The 'STRATIFY' Feasibility Randomised Controlled Trial
This study is testing whether personalized rehabilitation plans based on individual risk levels can help older adults recover better after hip surgery.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 60 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | King's College London Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (London) |
| Trial ID | NCT06014554 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to improve rehabilitation outcomes for older adults who have undergone surgery for hip fractures by implementing a tailored approach based on individual risk levels. Participants will be categorized into low, medium, or high-risk subgroups using an online calculator, allowing for personalized rehabilitation strategies. The study will involve 60 older patients, and their feedback will be integral throughout the process. The goal is to determine if this stratified rehabilitation can be effectively delivered within the NHS framework.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 60 years or older who have been admitted for surgical repair of a hip fracture.
Not a fit: Patients under 60 years old or those who have not undergone surgical treatment for their hip fracture may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly enhance recovery and quality of life for older adults after hip fractures.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that tailored rehabilitation approaches can improve outcomes, but this specific stratified method is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: We will include adults * aged 60 years or more. * admitted to hospital for surgical repair of a hip fracture. * who are willing and able to provide consent or assent depending on the level of cognitive impairment. Exclusion Criteria: We will exclude adults * less than 60 years, to align with the National Hip Fracture Databases definition of the target population. * not surgically treated, as this treatment approach is reserved for around 2% of patients in the UK who are often at the end of life. * who broke their hip in hospital following admission for a different illness/injury as their anticipated care pathway and outcomes will vary from those who are admitted for hip fracture. * participating in other treatment trials and without agreement of both trial teams.
Where this trial is running
London
- St Thomas Hospital — London, United Kingdom (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Katie J Sheehan, PhD
- Email: katie.sheehan@kcl.ac.uk
- Phone: +44 (0)20 7123 4843
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.