Pelvis fracture recovery: can patients walk right after surgery?

NCT ID NCT07189156

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study looks at whether it's practical to run a larger trial comparing immediate weight bearing versus waiting 6-12 weeks after surgery for pelvis or acetabulum fractures. Researchers will enroll 200 adults from 7 medical centers and randomly assign them to either start walking right away or delay weight bearing. The main goal is to see if patients and surgeons are willing to participate, if patients follow instructions, and if follow-up is good.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Immediate or delayed weight bearing as tolerated

What this could lead to

If successful, this study could show that a larger trial comparing immediate versus delayed weight bearing after pelvic surgery is possible, potentially leading to better recovery guidelines.

What could go wrong

This is a small feasibility study, not designed to prove which approach is better. Results may not change practice directly, and patient compliance or surgeon willingness could be low.

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  • Arrowhead Regional Medical Center

    Colton, California, 92324, United States

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  • Indiana University Health

    Indianapolis, Indiana, 46202, United States

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  • Inova Medical Group

    Fairfax, Virginia, 22031, United States

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  • R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center - University of Maryland

    Baltimore, Maryland, 21201, United States

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  • University of Alabama Birmingham

    Birmingham, Alabama, 35233, United States

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  • University of Mississippi Medical Center

    Jackson, Mississippi, 39216, United States

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  • Vancouver General Hospital - University of British Columbia

    Vancouver, British Columbia, V5Z 1M9, Canada

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