Can a simple supplement speed up fracture recovery in seniors?

NCT ID NCT06050668

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: Michael C Willey Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This phase 2 trial tests whether a 4-week course of an essential amino acid supplement can help older adults (65+) rebuild muscle after a hip fracture. Sixty participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the supplement or standard care alone. Researchers will measure muscle changes through biopsies and body scans, and track physical function for up to 6 months.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Essential amino acid supplement with vitamins and minerals
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a simple nutritional supplement to help older adults regain muscle strength and mobility after a hip fracture.
What could go wrong: This is a small early-phase trial with only 60 people, so results may not apply to everyone. The supplement may not improve recovery beyond standard care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Femoral Fractures femoral neck fracture muscular atrophy

As listed by the trial registrant

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

FEMORAL FRACTURE FRAGILITY FRACTURE MUSCLE ATROPHY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Slocum Center for Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
NOT_YET_RECRUITING

Eugene, Oregon, 97401, United States
University of Iowa Health Care
RECRUITING

Iowa City, Iowa, 52242, United States

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