Weight Bearing Status Post-hip Arthroscopy

Hip Impingement Syndrome Clinical Trial

Official title: Weight Bearing as Tolerated (WBAT) Following Hip Arthroscopic Labral Repair and Femoroplasty.

Status Enrolling by invitation

Clinical Trial Summary

This study is being proposed to examine weight bearing precautions following hip arthroscopic labral repair, femoroplasty, and capsular closure. Standard post operative protocols limit weight bearing for 2-6 weeks depending on individual surgeons. Cadaveric studies demonstrate that minimal force during weight bearing is distributed through labrum. Therefore, progressing weight bearing earlier in these patients post operatively may help progress faster and improve outcomes. Data collected will include demographic information, radiological data, operative procedures and PRO data.

Clinical Trial Description

The study will be conducted at UPMC St. Margaret's Hip Preservation Program. Consented patients who undergo acetabular labral repair and femoroplasty will be included in randomization of weight-bearing status. Two separate protocols will be created to indicate weight bearing status, either WBAT immediately post-op or FFWB immediately post-op, to distribute to rehabilitation staff to ensure compliance. Immediately after the surgical procedure, the surgeon will be blinded and a randomized pamphlet with post-operative instructions with weight bearing education will be given to PACU nursing staff to educate patients and fit crutches. ;

Related Conditions & MeSH terms

• Acetabular Labral Tear
• Hip Impingement Syndrome

• NCT number: NCT05720806
• Study type: Interventional
• Source: University of Pittsburgh
• Status: Enrolling by invitation
• Phase: N/A
• Start date: May 1, 2023
• Completion date: July 28, 2025