Spine Surgery Recovery: Open vs. Minimally Invasive Approaches
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study compares how people recover their normal walking patterns after surgery for mid-to-lower spine fractures. Researchers will measure your gait (how you walk) and muscle activity to see if the type of surgery affects how quickly you heal.
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Who can take part
- You have a fracture in your mid-back or lower-back spine that needs surgical stabilization (reinforcement)
- You do not have nerve damage or paralysis from your spine injury
- You are willing to undergo gait analysis and muscle activity testing after your surgery
- You can participate in follow-up assessments to track your walking recovery over time
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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