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Weight-Bearing Restrictions After Surgery for FAI
Study Summary
This trial is comparing two different types of weight-bearing restrictions following surgery for FAI, to see which results in better outcomes as reported by patients, and as measured by clinical and functional assessments.
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- My hip X-ray shows severe arthritis and abnormal hip shape.I am between 16 and 50 years old.I was active in sports before surgery and plan to return to sports after.I cannot or do not want to commit to a year of follow-up or testing.I have tried physical therapy for 3 months without improvement.I do not have any infections, significant muscle issues, or other health problems that could affect surgery.I suffer from long-term pain conditions.I have had surgery on one or both sides of my body to help with weight bearing.I cannot speak or read English or French.I have had surgery on my hip or major surgery on my lower leg.I have been diagnosed with FAI and experience hip or groin pain related to movement or position.I feel better after getting a pain relief shot in my joint.I had a hip disease as a child.I agree to follow-up visits for 12 months after surgery.
- Group 1: Partial Weight-bearing (PWB)
- Group 2: Weight-bearing As Tolerated (WBAT)
- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are participating in this clinical experiment?
"Affirmative. According to the clinicaltrials.gov, this medical study is still admitting participants; it was first posted on September 1st 2022 and has recently been updated on September 26th 2022. This trial requires a total of 88 patients across one location."
Do I meet the prerequisites to enter into this research trial?
"This clinical trial is currently seeking 88 individuals with femoracetabular impingement between the ages of 16 and 50. Moreover, these potential participants must meet certain criteria including: having experienced motion- or position-related pain in the hip or groin; presenting positive evidence of reduced flexion and internal rotation as well as a failed conservative interventions spanning at least 3 months; responding favourably to injections of local anaesthetic; being willing to be tracked for 12months post their surgical intervention (where applicable); displaying an active involvement in sport prior to surgery evidenced by a preoperative Hip Sports Activity Scale score above 4 points; expressing intent on returning to"
Are seniors being considered as candidates for this research trial?
"Prospective participants must fall between the ages of 16 and 50 to qualify for this study. Those below 18 or above 65 are invited to join 1 of 4 trials catered towards underage individuals, or 5 studies tailored for senior citizens respectively."
Are there any vacancies left for participants in this trial?
"Affirmative. The clinicaltrials.gov website reveals that this study, which was first advertised on September 1st 2022 is currently recruiting patients. 88 participants are needed from a single location."
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