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Aggressive mobilisation following fragment specific fixation of distal radius fractures

Aggressive mobilisation following fragment specific fixation of distal radius fractures improves functional outcome of the wrist joint

Sponsor

Daniel Goldbloom

Enrollment

60 participants

Start Date

Jun 1, 2006

Study Type

Interventional

Conditions

Distal radial fractures

Summary

To investigate whether aggressive physiotherapy achieves a better functional outcome than regular physiotherapy after operations for wrist fractures. The subjects are blinded. The Physiotherapist is not blinded. The surgeon is also blinded however this fact is not as much of a cornerstone to the study as the blinding status of the patients and the physiotherapist.

Eligibility

Sex: Both males and femalesMin Age: 18 Yearss

Plain Language Summary

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This clinical trial is studying: Aggressive mobilisation following fragment specific fixation of distal radius fractures. It may be open to adults aged 18 and older who meet certain criteria, including: Must be english speaking, of sound mind, to consent. Participation typically involves medical assessments, possible treatment with the study intervention, and follow-up visits to track your health.

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Interventions

Aggressive physiotherapy is the intervention group. From day 1 post operatively they will receive intense encouragement both active and passive to achieve increased range of motion and grip strength.

Aggressive physiotherapy is the intervention group. From day 1 post operatively they will receive intense encouragement both active and passive to achieve increased range of motion and grip strength. Both will attend 1-3 sessions per week with encouragement to do home exercises. Treatment will be for 6 months

Locations(1)

Australia

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