๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-02-10

Impact of Early ADL Participation on Outcomes Post DRF (NCT05650996)

The Impact of Early ADL Participation on Functional Outcomes Post Distal Radius Fracture

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Phase1 ๐Ÿง  Behavioral & Psychological Program Sponsor: George Washington University

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

This study is a randomized controlled trial (RCT). This RCT which will study the effect of performing daily activities early after a distal radius fracture being treated conservatively in a cast. This study will have two groups. The experimental group will watch a video and be given a handout on how to perform daily activities with the hand of the injured wrist while in a cast and cast care. The control group will watch a video on cast care and be given a handout on cast care. Outcome measures will be taken at initial evaluation between 0-3 weeks, at 6 weeks, at 9 weeks, and at 3 months. Outcome measures will include the Michigan Wrist Evaluation, Visual Analog Pain Scale, Tampa Scale of Kinesiophobia-11 Scale, finger mobility testing, grip and pinch strength, and the 9 hole peg test to test fine motor coordination. Outcome measure scores will be compared between groups using a t-test statistical test. Outcome measure scores will also be tested within groups using a paired t-test.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Medical Facilities Associates โ€” Washington, Virginia

Age range: 18 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • ADL/Cast Care instruction (BEHAVIORAL)
  • Cast Care Instruction (BEHAVIORAL)

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Medical Facilities Associates โ€” Washington, Virginia

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (757) 651-5110

Email: sdoerrer56@gwu.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
๐Ÿ›๏ธ View Official NIH Record โ†—