WithdrawnNot Applicable

Ligament Reconstruction in an Accelerated Rehabilitation Protocol

Stopped: No resident involvement

Canada0Started 2014-02

Plain-language summary

The investigators have found that their patients who get earlier rehabilitation following ligament reconstruction and tendon interposition (LRTI) surgery with interference screws have experienced better outcomes. The investigators hypothesis is that when formally comparing these patients who are exposed to the rehabilitation protocol earlier compared to later, the investigators will see statistically better outcomes.

Who can participate

Age range

19 Years – 70 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * clinical and radiographic diagnosis of 1st CMC OA * failed to improve with conservative modalities * continued pain over the first CMC joint * loss of strength or motion of the thumb that limits activities of daily living Exclusion Criteria: * rheumatoid arthritis * gout * cervical radiculopathy * previous thumb/1st CMC surgery * post-traumatic arthritis of 1st CMC * carpal tunnel syndrome with motor function impairment * patients with post-traumatic arthritis of their 1st CMC AND have dislocation of this joint.

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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

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What they're measuring

Pinch strength

Timeframe: 6 weeks

Trial details

NCT IDNCT05571241

SponsorDr. David Pichora

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeOBSERVATIONAL

Primary completion2017-04

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