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Behavioral Intervention

Early ADL Education for Wrist Fractures

Phase 1

Recruiting

Research Sponsored by George Washington University

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial

Must have

Be older than 18 years old

Must not have

Individuals with pre-existing neurological conditions affecting the upper limb

Individuals with cognitive deficits that would limit the ability to correctly report information on outcome measures

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up 5-7 weeks, 8-10 weeks, 12-14 weeks

Awards & highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

This trial will study the impact of starting daily activities early after surgery for a wrist fracture. Participants will be split into two groups. One group will receive instructions on how to do activities with their injured hand

Who is the study for?

This trial is for individuals who have had surgery (open reduction and internal fixation) to fix a broken wrist, specifically the distal radius. Participants should be in the early stages of recovery and able to follow postoperative instructions.

What is being tested?

The study compares two approaches after wrist surgery: one group receives special education on performing daily activities with their injured hand, while the other gets standard wound care guidance. Their recovery progress will be measured at several points using various tests for pain, fear of movement, strength, and fine motor skills.

What are the potential side effects?

Since this trial involves educational materials rather than medications or invasive procedures, there are no direct side effects from interventions. However, participants may experience varying levels of discomfort or difficulty when attempting daily activities during recovery.

Eligibility Criteria

Exclusion Criteria

You may be eligible for the trial if you check “No” for criteria below:

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I have a condition that affects my arm or hand.

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I can accurately report my health status.

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I have injuries to both of my arms.

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I have had a previous wrist fracture.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ 5-7 weeks, 8-10 weeks, 12-14 weeks

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~5-7 weeks, 8-10 weeks, 12-14 weeks

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 5-7 weeks, 8-10 weeks, 12-14 weeks for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Study objectives can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.

Primary study objectives

Michigan Hand Questionnaire

Secondary study objectives

9 hole peg test

Grip and Pinch Strength

Range of Motion of digits

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Awards & Highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.

Trial Design

2Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Active Control

Group I: ADL/Postoperative InstructionExperimental Treatment2 Interventions

Participants in the experimental group will watch a video instructing them on early ADL participation after DRF fracture treated by ORIF and postoperative care. Participants in the experimental group will also receive a handout on ADL participation and postoperative care with a QR code to the video.

Group II: Postoperative InstructionActive Control1 Intervention

Participants in the control group will watch a video instructing them on postoperative care. Participants in the control group will receive a handout on postoperative care with a QR code to the video.

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