Muscle loss and recovery after hip fracture in normal weight vs. obese adults
Part of Brain & nervous system, Hormones & metabolism, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study looks at how muscle loss (sarcopenia) affects recovery after a hip fracture, comparing people of normal weight with those who are obese. It may help doctors better understand who needs extra support during rehabilitation.
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Who can take part
- You are between 60 and 85 years old.
- You have had a broken hip (femoral neck fracture) in the last year.
- You are willing to give permission (sign a consent form) to be in the study.
- You do not have a current diagnosis of a psychiatric disorder that started before the hip fracture.
- You do not have active cancer, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, or other serious brain or nerve diseases.
- You do not have chronic inflammatory conditions like rheumatoid arthritis or hormone problems that affect your muscles.
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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