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DHS Fixation for Extra Capsular Fractures of Proximal Femur in Geriatric Population
Sponsor: Hayat Abad Medical Complex, Peshawar
Summary
This study compares two approaches to starting walking and weight bearing after surgery for a fracture near the hip in older adults. All participants undergo fixation with a dynamic hip screw, a metal implant that holds the broken bone in position while it heals. Ninety participants are randomly assigned to two equal groups. One group starts weight bearing during the first week after surgery. The other group delays mobilization until after the first week. Both groups receive routine postoperative care and physiotherapy. The study aims to determine whether earlier weight bearing improves pain, walking ability, and everyday activities. Recovery is assessed using the Modified Harris Hip Score at six weeks and three months after surgery. Postoperative complications are also recorded.
Official title: Outcomes of DHS Fixation for Extra Capsular Fractures of Proximal Femur in Geriatric Population
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
50 Years - 85 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
90
Start Date
2026-04-09
Completion Date
2026-10-08
Last Updated
2026-10-15
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Early weight bearing
Participants begin weight bearing within the first postoperative week following dynamic hip screw fixation of an intertrochanteric femoral fracture. Routine postoperative care and physiotherapy are provided.
Delayed mobilization
Participants begin mobilization after the first postoperative week following dynamic hip screw fixation of an intertrochanteric femoral fracture. Routine postoperative care and physiotherapy are provided.
Locations (1)
Hayatabad Medical Complex Peshawar
Peshawar, KPK, Pakistan