Understanding recovery and satisfaction after wrist fractures
Study on the Immediate Recovery and Satisfaction After Distal Radius Fracture During the First Three Months- a PROM Based Observational Study With Day-to-day Records
This study is looking to see how well people recover and feel after wrist fractures by asking them about their pain and hand function over three months, whether they were treated with a cast or surgery.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 300 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Sahlgrenska University Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Mölndal, Region Västra Götaland and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT05818241 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study focuses on patients with distal radius fractures, the most common type of fracture in Sweden. It aims to gather detailed daily information on pain levels, analgesic use, and hand function over three months through patient-reported outcomes. Two hundred patients treated conservatively with a cast and one hundred patients who underwent surgery will complete a questionnaire that tracks their recovery experience. The study emphasizes a patient-centered approach without requiring additional appointments.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include individuals with unilateral distal radius fractures who are not experiencing other significant injuries.
Not a fit: Patients with compound injuries, open fractures, or pre-existing functional deficits in the affected arm may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of patient recovery experiences and improve management strategies for distal radius fractures.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have successfully utilized patient-reported outcomes to assess recovery in similar conditions, indicating a promising approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Unilateral distal radius fractures in patients without any other significant injuries regardless of ligament injuries and ulnar fractures. * Signed written consent Exclusion Criteria: * Compound injuries * Open fractures * Patients with post traumatic function deficits at any level in the affected arm prior to the distal radius fracture. * Patients with function deficits in the affected arm due to other medical conditions (e.g. Parkinsons disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis) * Reduced mental capacity (e.g. dementia, substance abuse)
Where this trial is running
Mölndal, Region Västra Götaland and 1 other locations
- Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Department of Hand Therapy — Mölndal, Region Västra Götaland, Sweden (Recruiting)
- Alingsås Lasarett/ District Hospital — Alingsås, Sweden (Not_yet_recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Joakim Stromberg, MD, PhD
- Email: joakim.stromberg@vgregion.se
- Phone: +46768341327
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.