NCT02407444.
Study name | A comparison of two physiotherapy treatment protocols, with and without cycling training, in elderly patients with hip fractures at their subacute stage following surgery |
Methods | Randomised trial; blinded outcome assessor |
Participants | People aged 65 years to 95 years. Proximal hip fracture with full or partial weight bearing indication. Surgical fixation (nailing or total hip replacement or hemiarthroplasty). Pre‐morbid function: walking independently or under supervision with or without assistance aid. Cognitive function: Mini Mental State Examination score above 21. Aim: 60 participants |
Interventions | 1. Physiotherapy treatment and leg cycling 2. Physiotherapy treatment and music listening |
Outcomes | Follow‐up: end of intervention at third week Functional Independence Measure Static balance test and weight‐bearing distribution while standing Muscle strength Pain intensity |
Starting date | Study start date: July 2015 Completion date: December 2018 |
Contact information | Avital Hershkovitz, MD, PhD 97 2522342123 avitalhe@clalit.org.il Hila Dahan, BPT 972542458459 dahan.hila@gmail.com "Beit‐ Rivka" geriatric rehabilitation hospital Petach tiqva, Israel |
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