Ventilator patients at risk of joint stiffness: new study investigates
NCT ID NCT07339397
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study follows 150 adult patients on ventilators in the ICU to see how often they develop joint contractures (stiff joints). Researchers measure joint movement regularly and track factors like sedation and immobility. The goal is to find what causes these contractures and help improve future care. No new treatments are being tested.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could identify risk factors for joint stiffness in ICU patients, leading to better prevention and rehabilitation strategies.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It only gathers data and does not test any intervention, so it cannot directly improve patient outcomes.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Fethi Sekin City Hospital
RECRUITINGElâzığ, Elaziğ, 23050, Turkey (Türkiye)
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