Evaluating the Effectiveness of Remote Monitoring for Post-Operative Management of Distal Radius Fractures

Part of paid clinical trials in Columbia, Missouri.

Sponsor
University of Missouri-Columbia
Study ID
NCT07219979
Status
Enrolling By Invitation

Conditions

  • Distal Radius Fracture
  • Distal Radius Fracture Fixation

Eligibility Criteria

Sex
ALL
Age
18 Years - N/A
Healthy Volunteers
Not accepted

Interventions

  • Remote Monitoring Follow-Up — BEHAVIORAL
    Participants will complete postoperative assessments through a secure, HIPAA-compliant digital health platform.
  • Standard In-Person Follow-Up — BEHAVIORAL
    Participants will attend routine in-person postoperative clinic visits.

Study Details

This randomized controlled trial evaluates whether remote monitoring can provide a safe and effective alternative to traditional in-person follow-up after surgical fixation of distal radius fractures. The study compares functional outcomes, patient satisfaction, and complication rates between patients who receive virtual follow-up care and those who attend standard in-person visits.

Key Dates

Start date
Apr 8, 2026
Status verified
Apr 2026
Primary completion
Dec 31, 2027
Completion
Dec 31, 2027

Study Design

Enrollment
160 participants (estimated)
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
TREATMENT

Arms

  • Experimental: Remote Monitoring Follow-Up
    Participants in this arm will complete postoperative follow-up through a digital health platform. At 6 weeks, 3 months, and 6 months after surgery, they will complete electronic PROMs , measure grip strength using a dynamometer, and submit short wrist range-of-motion videos for remote evaluation. Participants will be instructed to contact the clinical team if any concerns arise.
  • Active Comparator: In-Person Standard Follow-Up
    Participants in this arm will attend routine postoperative clinic visits at 6 weeks, 3 months, and 6 months, following standard of care for distal radius fracture management. At each visit, PROMs will be completed, and grip strength and range of motion will be measured by the clinical team. Care decisions and management will follow institutional standards for in-person postoperative evaluation

Primary Outcome Measure

PROMIS Upper Extremity Score [ Time Frame: Baseline and 6 months ]

Locations (1)

FacilityCityStateZIPSite coordinators
University of Missouri - ColumbiaColumbiaMissouri65212-

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