InterTAN: Integrated Dual Screw Design Improve Biomechanics/Function Following Fixation Surgery
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Fracture of Hip
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
At a Glance
- Age
- 55 and older
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Treatment
- Participants needed
- 30 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Paul E. Matuszewski · Other
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About This Trial
The goal of this pilot, patient blinded randomized trial is to develop a mechanistic understanding of gait following fixation of unstable intertrochanteric hip fractures and return to function and pain control. The guiding hypothesis that will be tested in a subsequent clinical trial is that the InterTAN when compared to standard lag-screw cephalomedullary nails will have decreased post operative …
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Non-pathologic fractures
* OTA/AO classification 31A2, 31A3 fractures
* Ability to participate in 4-MET equivalent activities without ambulatory assistance prior to injury
Exclusion Criteria:
* Inability to consent
* Inability to participate in follow-up activities
* History…
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