This Study Aims to Measure the Effect of Acute Hospitalisation on the Physical and Cognitive Functioning of Older Orthopaedic Patients (Aged 65 or Above).
Launched by UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON · Apr 9, 2025
Trial Information
Current as of June 26, 2025
Recruiting
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ClinConnect Summary
This clinical trial is looking at how being in the hospital affects the physical and mental abilities of older patients, specifically those aged 65 and above who have experienced an orthopedic injury, like a broken bone. The researchers want to see if hospital stays lead to a decline in strength and thinking skills, which can happen when people are not as active. To do this, participants will complete a series of simple tests and questionnaires when they are first admitted to the hospital, again after about a week, and then again 4-6 weeks after they go home. If someone stays in the hospital for more than 30 days, they will have an extra assessment during their stay. Participants will also wear an activity watch to track their movement during this time.
To take part in this study, you need to be 65 or older and have been admitted to Southampton General Hospital for an orthopedic problem within the last 72 hours. You should be able to give consent and participate in the assessments. Throughout the study, some patients will also be interviewed to share their experiences and thoughts about being in the hospital and how it affects their recovery. These interviews can be done over the phone, online, or in person, based on what you prefer, and they will be recorded only for transcription purposes. This research aims to better understand the challenges older patients face during hospital stays and how to improve their care.
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Patient criteria:
- Inclusion:
- • Older adults aged 65 years or older
- • Able to provide written consent
- • Admitted to Southampton General Hospital (SGH) for an acute orthopaedic condition
- • Been admitted to SGH \<72 hours before recruitment
- Exclusion:
- • Older adults who are not able to safely complete the quantitative measurement tools, as advised by the patient's clinician
- • Patients receiving end of life care
- • Require a hoist to transfer from bed to chair prior to hospitalisation
- • Been admitted to SGH \>72 hours before recruitment
- • Unable to consent
- Hospital staff criteria:
- Inclusion:
- • Work at SGH
- • Work with older orthopaedic inpatients
- • Be able to provide written consent
About University Of Southampton
The University of Southampton is a leading research institution in the United Kingdom, renowned for its commitment to advancing medical and scientific knowledge. With a strong emphasis on innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration, the university conducts a wide range of clinical trials aimed at improving patient care and health outcomes. Its dedicated team of researchers and clinicians leverage cutting-edge technologies and methodologies to explore new treatments and interventions, contributing significantly to the field of healthcare. Through rigorous ethical standards and a focus on translational research, the University of Southampton strives to translate scientific discoveries into practical applications that benefit society.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom
Patients applied
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported