ICU restraint reduction may cut delirium days
NCT ID NCT04273360
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at 423 adults on breathing machines in intensive care units (ICUs). Half were physically restrained only if severely agitated, while the other half were restrained routinely. Researchers measured how many days patients were free of delirium (confusion) over the first two weeks. The goal was to see if a more careful use of restraints could reduce delirium duration.
What this could mean
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Active substance
physical restraint (wrist straps) used either systematically or restrictively
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that using restraints less often reduces delirium in ICU patients, leading to better recovery and shorter hospital stays.
What could go wrong
This is a completed trial, but results may not apply to all ICUs or patient groups. The open-label design (no blinding) could bias outcomes.
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Locations
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Hôpital Bichat-Claude Bernard
Paris, 75018, France