NCT01174589.
Study name | Training of patients with hip fracture |
Methods | Randomised trial. Blinded outcomes assessor |
Participants | Aged 60 years or over; hip fracture patients who are full weight bearing on the affected leg; living in own home with an independent walking ability; within 2 weeks after discharge from hospital Aim: 120 participants |
Interventions | 1. 12 weeks of physical training consisting of muscle strength training of both legs, balance and coordination exercises 2 times a week 2. 6 weeks of physical training (as above) |
Outcomes | Follow‐up: 24 weeks after baseline testing Changes in knee‐extension strength Changes in the Timed Up and Go test |
Starting date | Start date: March 2010 Estimated completion date: June 2013 |
Contact information | Jan Overgaard Maribo Health Center Maribo, Denmark, 4930 email: jover@lolland.dk |
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