The goal of this study to determine if a randomized clinical trial of immediate versus delayed weight bearing after undergoing surgical fixation of a pelvis or acetabulum fracture is feasible. The main questions it aims to answer are: Are surgeons willing to allow inclusion of their patients into such a trial? Are patients willing to participate in such a trial? Will patients be compliant with assigned weight bearing status in such a trial? Can good patient follow-up be obtained in such a trial? Is participation in such a trial safe? Patients from 7 medical centers will be enrolled, and randomized to immediate weight bearing as tolerated (WBAT) versus delayed WBAT (for 6-12 weeks). Feasibility metrics revolving around enrollment, follow-up, and documentation will be monitored, as well as medical and surgical complications. This pilot study will help inform feasibility and design of a larger definitive multicenter randomized controlled trial (RCT) on this topic.
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Study enrollment rates of eligible patients
Timeframe: Within 72 hours after surgery
Clinic follow-up rates for patients enrolled in study
Timeframe: 3 months
Correct documentation of randomized weight bearing status in medical charts of patients
Timeframe: 12 months
Correct documentation of secondary outcome of reoperation in medical documentation
Timeframe: 12 months