Walking recovery after leg fracture surgery
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests a rehabilitation program for people who had surgery to fix a broken thigh or shin bone with a metal rod. It aims to help you walk better and recover more fully after your injury.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You broke your thigh or shin bone and had surgery with a metal rod to fix it.
- You are allowed to put weight on your leg and move it normally after surgery.
- Your surgery happened less than 3 weeks ago.
- You were able to walk before your injury, without any prior leg problems.
- You are under 60 years old.
- You can speak and understand English.
- You are willing to come to follow-up visits.
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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