Can a simple video boost wrist surgery recovery?
NCT ID NCT06251206
First seen Aug 13, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial tests whether teaching people how to do everyday tasks soon after wrist fracture surgery improves their recovery. Participants who had surgery for a broken wrist will either receive standard post-surgery instructions or additional guidance on performing daily activities with the injured hand. Researchers will compare hand function, pain, fear of movement, and coordination over several weeks to see if early education makes a difference.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- An educational video and handout demonstrating daily activities to perform after wrist fracture surgery
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this simple educational approach could enhance recovery and reduce fear of movement after wrist fracture surgery, potentially improving long-term hand function.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-phase trial, and the benefit of education alone may be modest. Results may not apply to all patients, and individual recovery varies.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Medical Facilities Associates
RECRUITINGWashington, Virginia, 22204, United States
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