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Feasibility of Structured Resistance Training After Lower Extremity Fracture
Sponsor: London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute OR Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph's
Summary
Adults recovering from surgically managed diaphyseal femur or tibia fractures often experience persistent weakness, pain, and functional limitations despite successful fracture healing. This prospective, non-randomized pilot study evaluates the feasibility and acceptability of a structured, supervised resistance training program initiated approximately 12 weeks after surgery, compared with usual postoperative care alone. The study will assess recruitment, adherence, retention, and protocol fidelity, and will collect exploratory patient-reported and physical function outcomes to inform the design of a future randomized controlled trial.
Official title: Feasibility and Impact of a Structured, Supervised Exercise Program Following Lower Extremity Fracture: A Pilot Controlled Study
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
20 Years - 65 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
40
Start Date
2026-06-15
Completion Date
2031-06-15
Last Updated
2026-06-05
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Structured Supervised Resistance Training and Coaching Program
A 12-week structured exercise intervention delivered at a community fitness facility by trained study personnel. The program includes 24 supervised small-group resistance training sessions (two per week, 50-75 minutes each), 12 weekly one-to-one coaching sessions (\~30 minutes each), and a brief daily home activity program (10-15 minutes per day). The exercise program follows a criteria-based, progressive strength and conditioning framework including mobility, neuromuscular control, strength, power, and fatigue-resistance components. All sessions are supervised by study personnel, and no gym staff are involved in intervention delivery or data collection.
Locations (1)
London Health Sciences Centre
London, Ontario, Canada