Fraser Orthopaedic Research Society
The study purpose is to evaluate whether early surgical fixation of upper arm fractures in elderly patients' age 65 years and older improves patient functional and psychological outcome scores compared to the standard of care with non-operative management.
Humerus Shaft Fracture
Elderly (people Aged 65 or More)
Patient Reported Outcome Measures
Range of Motion
A prospective cohort study following patients that are 65 years or older after they have suffered a humeral shaft fracture. Follow up will continue until 1 year post treatment to see functional and psychological outcomes.
Study Type : | OBSERVATIONAL |
Estimated Enrollment : | 94 participants |
Official Title : | Early Fixation for Diaphyseal Humeral Shaft Fractures in the Elderly Patients: a Prospective Cohort Study |
Actual Study Start Date : | 2024-12-01 |
Estimated Primary Completion Date : | 2027-09-30 |
Estimated Study Completion Date : | 2027-12-31 |
Information not available for Arms and Intervention/treatment
Ages Eligible for Study: | 65 Years |
Sexes Eligible for Study: | ALL |
Accepts Healthy Volunteers: |
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