Life Care Specialist program after upper arm injury surgery
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial tests a “Life Care Specialist” support program for adults having surgery for an upper-extremity (arm/hand) injury. It may help by improving follow-up and getting the right support during recovery through phone check-ins and surveys.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have an orthopedic trauma injury limited to your arm/hand that needs surgery.
- You can give informed consent and are willing to take part.
- You have a working cellphone for follow-ups.
- You can read and speak English well enough for basic study forms and surveys.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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