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Mechanical Modalities vs. Standard Care for Edema and Pain Management After DRF Fixation
Led by Al Hayah University In Cairo · Updated on 2025-04-06
50
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
39 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
This single-blinded, randomized controlled trial (RCT) will evaluate the added benefit of mechanical modalities (continuous passive motion (CPM) and intermittent pneumatic compression (IPC)) when integrated into standard therapy for managing postoperative edema and pain in patients undergoing distal radius fracture (DRF) fixation. The primary outcomes are edema volume (measured via volumeter) and pain intensity (Numeric Pain Rating Scale, NPRS) at 6 weeks post-operation. Secondary outcomes include wrist/forearm range of motion (ROM), grip strength, Patient-Rated Wrist Evaluation (PRWE), and adverse events.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Mechanical Modalities vs. Standard Care for Edema and Pain Management After DRF Fixation
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Adults aged 18 years or older
- Undergoing surgical treatment for distal radius fracture with stable internal fixation
- Able to initiate formal rehabilitation approximately 2 weeks postoperatively
- Willing and able to attend in-clinic therapy sessions at the outpatient hand therapy center
You will not qualify if you...
- Unstable fixation or need for further surgical intervention
- Pre-existing conditions significantly affecting upper limb function (e.g., severe arthritis, neurological disorders)
- History of skin conditions or allergies contraindicating mechanical device use
- Contraindication to mechanical modalities (e.g., severe peripheral vascular disease)
- Inability to comply with study procedures or follow-up visits
- Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Faculty of Physical Therapy, Al Hayah University
Cairo, Egypt, 12311
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
SINGLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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