Status:
COMPLETED
A Targeted Strengthening Program Following Total Hip Replacement.
Lead Sponsor:
University of Melbourne
Conditions:
Total Hip Joint Replacement
Eligibility:
All Genders
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
Total Hip Replacement (THR) is a common surgical procedure performed in people with hip osteoarthritis and appears to be effective in relieving pain and improving function. However significant wasting...
Detailed Description
Total Hip Replacement (THR) is a common surgical procedure performed in people with hip osteoarthritis and appears to be effective in relieving pain and improving function. However significant quadric...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- primary uncomplicated total hip joint replacement 6-8 weeks prior to enrolment.
- able to walk 45m independently with or without walking aid.
- able to comprehend instructions
- prior joint replacement on the other side at least 12 months previously
Exclusion
- unable to fully weight-bear on affected limb
- pre-existing neurological or orthopaedic condition affecting gait
- revision surgery
- post-operative complications, e.g. wound infection
- uncontrolled systemic disease
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
May 1 2003
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
End Date :
December 1 2005
Estimated Enrollment :
30 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00222300
Start Date
May 1 2003
End Date
December 1 2005
Last Update
August 8 2006
Active Locations (1)
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Austin Health
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 3084