Spine surgery showdown: which approach gets you walking better?
NCT ID NCT07516834
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at two types of spine surgery for people with broken back bones. One is a traditional open surgery, the other is a less invasive method. Researchers will use 3D walking analysis and muscle activity tests to see which approach helps patients recover better. The goal is to find out if the less invasive method leads to better walking and muscle function after surgery.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- spine stabilization procedure (transpedicular screws)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could help surgeons choose the best surgical approach for spine fracture patients to improve walking and muscle recovery.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. It measures movement and muscle activity, not long-term outcomes like pain or quality of life.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Krajska zdravotni, a.s., Masarykova nemocnice hospital in Usti nad Labem, Ústí Nad Labem, Ustecky kraj 40001
RECRUITINGÚstí nad Labem, Ústí nad Labem Region, 40001, Czechia
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