Serotonin-norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor in Prophylaxis of Depression Following Fragility Fractures (NCT05851898)
The Role of SNRI's in the Prophylaxis of Depression in the First Year Following Lower Extremity Fragility Fractures in Geriatric Patients
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
The goal of this pilot study is to learn about the feasibility about prescribing anti-depressants at discharge in patients aged 50 years and older with a lower extremity fragility fracture. The main questions it aims to answer are: * What are the obstacles to enrolling patients and prescribing anti-depressants among older adults? * Is it possible to start prescribing SNRI medication upon discharge? * What is the prevalence of depressive symptoms amongst patients with different types of injuries and weightbearing status? * What is a transition of care plan for patients who have geriatric depression and require further care? Participants will: * Undergo screening using the Geriatric Depression Scale * Start on Duloxetine 30mg daily at time of discharge * Report medication compliance and complete re-screening monthly * Complete patient reported outcome measures and 3 months, 6 months, and 1 year * Receive a referral to behavioral health, primary care, or psychiatrist for evaluation if they screen positive at any timepoint
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: Wake Forest University Health Sciences — Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Age range: 65 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- Wake Forest University Health Sciences — Winston-Salem, North Carolina
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (704) 403-4980
Email: Erica.Grochowski@advocatehealth.org
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
💰 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 § 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.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.