Vibration therapy for healing after hip fracture in seniors
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests if adding gentle vibration to standard rehab helps older adults recover better after hip fracture surgery. You may qualify if you are 75 or older and recently had surgery for a broken hip.
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Who can take part
- You are 75 years old or older
- You had surgery for a broken hip (upper part of the thigh bone)
- You are in a rehabilitation unit within 14 days of your surgery
- You have a certain level of need for help with daily tasks (Agger scale 3 or higher)
- You agree to take part, or a family member or legal guardian agrees for you
- You have health insurance (social security coverage)
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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