What this study is
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.
What's being tested
- Remote Monitoring Follow-Up
Intervention · BEHAVIORAL
Participants will complete postoperative assessments through a secure, HIPAA-compliant digital health platform.
- Standard In-Person Follow-Up
Intervention · BEHAVIORAL
Participants will attend routine in-person postoperative clinic visits.
Study details
- Official title
- Evaluating the Effectiveness of Remote Monitoring for Post-Operative Management of Distal Radius Fractures: A Randomized Controlled Trial
- Sponsor
- University of Missouri-Columbia
- Conditions
- Distal Radius Fracture · Distal Radius Fracture Fixation
- Enrolling
- 160 people
- Starts
- 2026-04-08
- Est. completion
- 2027-12-31
- Design
- Open-label, randomized, parallel groups
- Record
- View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Who can join
Age 18 Years and overSex ALLHealthy volunteers Not acceptedYou may qualify if
- Adults 18 years old or older
- Operatively treated distal radius fracture
- Access to smartphone/computer.
You can't join if
- Prior significant wrist/hand injury
- Lack of internet access
- Surgeon determination that injury is not suitable for the trial
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Study locations (1)
1 openUniversity of Missouri - Columbia
Columbia, Missouri, United States
Study team
Sponsor
University of Missouri-Columbia
Study ID 2127568
Principal investigator
Daniel A. London, MD
University of Missouri-Columbia
Frequently asked questions
The sponsor hasn't published answers to common questions for this trial.