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Postoperative Hip Precautions for Osteoarthritis

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Recruiting

Led By Brett Levine, MD, MS

Research Sponsored by Rush University Medical Center

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

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

Must have

Patients undergoing a primary total hip arthroplasty via the posterior approach by participating attending surgeons at this institution

Index diagnosis of noninflammatory arthritis

Must not have

History of previous surgeries on the affected joint other than arthroscopy; i.e. revision THA or open surgeries

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up 6 weeks after surgery

Awards & highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

This trial will help determine if hip precautions after surgery help prevent hip dislocation and improve patient satisfaction.

Who is the study for?

This trial is for patients with noninflammatory arthritis who are having their first total hip replacement through the posterior approach. They must understand and follow study procedures but can't join if they have allergies to materials used in the study or previous major surgeries on the affected joint.

What is being tested?

The study is testing whether following 'hip precautions' after a hip replacement surgery affects dislocation rates, recovery of daily activities, patient satisfaction, and cost-effectiveness compared to not using these precautions.

What are the potential side effects?

Since this trial compares lifestyle instructions rather than medications, traditional side effects aren't expected. However, there may be differences in comfort levels or mobility challenges between groups.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below

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I am having my first total hip replacement surgery through the back of the hip by a surgeon from this hospital.

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My arthritis is not caused by inflammation.

Exclusion Criteria

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

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I have had surgery on the affected joint, but only arthroscopy.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ 6 weeks after surgery

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~6 weeks after surgery

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 6 weeks after surgery for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

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

Primary study objectives

Dislocation

Secondary study objectives

Activities of Daily Living

Other study objectives

Use of Assistive Devices After Surgery

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: No Hip PrecautionsExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Patients will not be prescribed hip precautions in the first 6 weeks after surgery. The hip precautions that will no longer be prescribed are: no hip flexion past 90º, no crossing the legs, and no twisting at the waist.

Group II: Hip PrecautionsActive Control1 Intervention

Patients will receive the following hip precautions: no hip flexion past 90º, no crossing the legs, and no twisting at the waist for the first six weeks after surgery.

0 / 3Eligibility criteria met

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Rush University Medical CenterLead Sponsor

436 Previous Clinical Trials

248,364 Total Patients Enrolled

25 Trials studying Osteoarthritis

2,238 Patients Enrolled for Osteoarthritis

Brett Levine, MD, MS4.8237 ReviewsPrincipal Investigator - Assistant Professor

Rush University Medical Center

5Patient Review

I feel so lucky to have found Dr Levine and his team. They were able to help me through my surgery and recovery with such ease and care. I was originally drawn to him because he came highly recommended as a physician who worked with challenging cases, but what really won me over was his team's respect for my concerns and their dedication to keeping me well informed. I also loved the daily educational text support — it gave me a step-by-step guide of valuable information that was crucial for my successful recovery. With Dr Levine and his team, I know I'm in good hands for my next surgery.