Weight-Bearing Restrictions After Surgery for FAI
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?
The purpose of this single-blinded (assessor) randomized trial is to compare patient-reported, clinical and functional outcomes in patients randomized to weight-bearing as tolerated (WBAT) or partial weight-bearing (PWB) restrictions following arthroscopic surgery for femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) up to 12-months postoperative.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Partial Weight-bearing and Weight-bearing As Tolerated for surgery recovery?
Research shows that allowing patients to bear weight as tolerated after certain surgeries, like hip and femur surgeries, can lead to quicker recovery and shorter hospital stays without increasing complications. Partial weight-bearing is also used to help avoid putting too much stress on healing bones, which can be beneficial for recovery.12345
Is partial weight-bearing safe after surgery?
How does the treatment of weight-bearing restrictions after surgery for FAI differ from other treatments?
This treatment focuses on managing how much weight a patient can put on their leg after surgery for femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), which is different from other treatments that might not address weight-bearing specifically. It is unique because it considers the timing and amount of weight a patient can bear, which can influence recovery and healing.12346
Research Team
Devin Lemmex, MD
Principal Investigator
Pan Am Clinic
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for individuals aged 16-50 with diagnosed femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) who've had unsuccessful non-surgical treatments and can commit to a year of follow-up. It's not for those with chronic pain syndromes, language barriers, previous hip diseases or surgeries, ongoing legal claims related to the hip, severe osteoarthritis or dysplasia.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Surgery and Initial Recovery
Participants undergo arthroscopic surgery for femoroacetabular impingement and begin initial recovery with weight-bearing restrictions
Rehabilitation
Participants follow either weight-bearing as tolerated (WBAT) or partial weight-bearing (PWB) rehabilitation protocols
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment, including assessments of patient-reported outcomes and functional performance
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Partial Weight-bearing
- Weight-bearing As Tolerated
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Panam Clinic
Lead Sponsor