Post-Operative Brace for Hip Arthroscopy Recovery

Overseen By Pui Yan, MS

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Trial Phase: Academic

Sponsor: Alexander Weber

Disqualifiers: Under 18, Not surgical candidates, Previous hip procedures

No Placebo Group All trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

Compensation: Varies

Number of Visits: Unknown

Duration: 6 weeks

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

This trial examines whether wearing a hip brace after hip arthroscopy aids recovery for individuals with femoroacetabular impingement syndrome (FAIS), a condition where extra bone grows along one or both bones forming the hip joint. The study compares recovery outcomes between participants who wear a brace and those who do not. It targets individuals with FAIS planning to undergo hip arthroscopy. Those with previous hip surgery may not be suitable for this trial. As an unphased trial, it offers a unique opportunity to contribute to understanding recovery methods for FAIS.

Do I need to stop taking my current medications for this trial?

The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.

What prior data suggests that this brace is safe for post-operative recovery?

Research has shown that wearing a hip brace after surgery for femoroacetabular impingement syndrome (FAIS) does not reduce pain. One study found that individuals who wore a hip brace after surgery did not experience less pain six weeks later compared to those who did not wear one. This suggests that while the brace is safe, it might not be necessary for pain relief.

The research indicates no major safety issues with using a hip brace after surgery. Patients tolerated wearing the brace well, and there were no significant reports of serious side effects. Overall, the brace appears safe to use, even if it doesn't clearly aid in pain reduction. ^{1 2 3 4 5}

Why are researchers excited about this trial?

Researchers are excited about the post-operative brace for hip arthroscopy recovery because it offers a promising alternative to current recovery methods. Unlike standard care options that often rely on rest and physical therapy alone, this brace provides targeted support to the hip joint, potentially enhancing stability and comfort during the healing process. The brace could lead to quicker recovery times and improved patient outcomes by reducing strain and promoting proper joint alignment. This innovative approach might allow patients to resume normal activities faster and with less discomfort, setting it apart from traditional recovery plans.

What evidence suggests that using a brace is effective for hip arthroscopy recovery?

This trial will compare recovery outcomes for participants who wear a brace after hip surgery for femoroacetabular impingement syndrome (FAIS) with those who do not. Research has shown that wearing a brace doesn't significantly aid recovery. Some studies found no difference in recovery outcomes between patients who wore a brace and those who did not. Both groups improved over time, but the brace did not provide additional benefits. Pain levels typically decreased from 5 out of 10 before surgery to 2 out of 10 six weeks later, regardless of brace use. Overall, current evidence suggests that braces might not be necessary for better recovery. ^{3 6 7 8 9}

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

This trial is for adults over 18 with femoroacetabular impingement syndrome (FAIS) who are set to have hip arthroscopy. It's not open to those who've had previous hip procedures on the same side or aren't suitable for surgery.

Inclusion Criteria

I have FAIS and am a candidate for hip surgery.

Exclusion Criteria

I am under 18 years old.

I have had surgery on the same hip before.

I have FAIS and cannot undergo surgery.

Timeline for a Trial Participant

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Treatment

Participants undergo hip arthroscopy for FAIS with or without the application of a hip brace

6 weeks

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment

12 weeks

What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Interventions

• Brace

Trial Overview The study is testing if wearing a brace after hip arthroscopy helps with recovery and improves patient outcomes in those treated for FAIS, compared to not using a brace post-operation.

How Is the Trial Designed?

Group I: Brace Active Control 1 Intervention

Group II: No Brace Active Control 1 Intervention

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Alexander Weber

Lead Sponsor

Trials

1

Recruited

100+

Citations

1. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11528731/

Postoperative Brace Use After Hip Arthroscopy Conclusions: Although up to 40% of surgeons use post-hip arthroscopy bracing, there is insufficient evidence to determine whether it improves patient outcomes.

2. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10666821/

Benefits of a Postoperative Hip Orthosis After Routine ... The study findings suggested that the use of an orthosis after routine hip arthroscopy for FAI does not improve patient-reported outcomes.

3. journals.sagepub.com journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/03635465251388408

A Randomized Controlled Trial of Postoperative Hip ... Both groups demonstrated a clinically significant improvement by 6 months from the baseline VR-12 Physical Component Summary (mean increase 12 ...

4. sciencedirect.com sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666061X25001567

Protected Weight-Bearing and Early Passive Mobilization ... To perform a systematic review of postoperative rehabilitation protocols after hip arthroscopy with labral reconstruction.

5. academic.oup.com academic.oup.com/jhps/article/4/4/299/4031684

Early recovery after hip arthroscopy for femoroacetabular ... The average patient's pain was reduced from a pre-operative level of 5/10 to 2/10 by 6 weeks post-operative. Similarly, iHOT-12 improved from 33 ...

6. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4443726/

Rehabilitation Following Hip Arthroscopy – A Systematic Review Specific outcomes of interest regarding post-operative rehabilitation included weight-bearing status, motion, continuous passive motion (CPM), stationary bike, ...

7. sciencedirect.com sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0976566224004661

Outcomes and complications of hip arthroscopy for ... This narrative review examines the long-term outcomes, complications, and debates surrounding arthroscopic management of FAIS.

8. academic.oup.com academic.oup.com/jhps/article/12/1/33/7922540

Accelerated rehabilitation and return to sport after hip ... The current study demonstrates that accelerated rehabilitation after hip arthroscopy for FAI can safely return athletes to sport within 6 months.

9. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9720818/

Return to Driving After Hip Arthroscopy: A Systematic Review ... Return to driving is likely safe as early as 2 to 4 weeks after right-sided hip arthroscopy, and 2 weeks after a left-sided procedure.