Evaluating the Effectiveness of Remote Monitoring for Post-Operative Management of Distal Radius … (NCT07219979) | Clinical Trial Compass
By InvitationNot Applicable
Evaluating the Effectiveness of Remote Monitoring for Post-Operative Management of Distal Radius Fractures
United States160 participantsStarted 2026-04-08
Plain-language summary
This randomized controlled trial evaluates whether remote monitoring can provide a safe and effective alternative to traditional in-person follow-up after surgical fixation of distal radius fractures. The study compares functional outcomes, patient satisfaction, and complication rates between patients who receive virtual follow-up care and those who attend standard in-person visits.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
See this in plain English?
AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* Adults 18 years old or older
* Operatively treated distal radius fracture
* Access to smartphone/computer.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Prior significant wrist/hand injury
* lack of internet access
* Surgeon determination that injury is not suitable for the trial
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Since this trial compares remote monitoring to whatever the usual in-person follow-up looks like after surgery for a distal radius fracture, can you explain what 'remote monitoring' would actually mean for me day-to-day — like how often I'd check in and through what technology?
2The trial is measuring the PROMIS Upper Extremity Score as its main outcome — can you explain what that measures and whether it captures the specific hand and wrist function I care most about recovering?
3Since this study is 'enrolling by invitation,' does that mean you or the surgical team would need to refer me, and am I the kind of patient this trial is designed for based on my fracture type and planned surgery?
4If I were in the remote monitoring group, would I still have access to in-person visits if something felt wrong during my recovery, or would there be situations where I'd need to come in regardless?
5Given that this is listed as Phase NA — meaning it's evaluating a care delivery approach rather than a new drug or device — how does that affect what we already know about the safety and effectiveness of remote follow-up compared to standard post-operative care for a fracture like mine?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
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?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.