Iron boost after hip break: could it speed up recovery?

NCT ID NCT07659184

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

Summary

This study tests whether giving iron supplements to older adults (75+) after hip fracture surgery can reduce fatigue and improve recovery. 528 participants will receive either intravenous iron, oral iron pills, or a placebo. The goal is to see if iron helps with energy, mobility, and quality of life during rehabilitation.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Iron (ferric derisomaltose and ferrous sulphate)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could lead to a simple, low-cost way to help older people recover better after a hip fracture, with less fatigue and better quality of life.

What could go wrong

This is a Phase 4 trial, so the drugs are already approved, but it's still possible that iron supplements won't significantly improve recovery or could cause side effects like stomach upset.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anemia Fatigue hip fracture

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Aarhus Univeristy Hospital

    Aarhus N, 8200, Denmark

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  • Regional Hospital Gødstrup

    Herning, 7400, Denmark

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  • Regional Hospital Horsens

    Horsens, 8700, Denmark

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  • Regional Hospital Randers

    Randers, 8930, Denmark

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  • Regional Hospital Viborg

    Viborg, 8800, Denmark

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