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Official title Self-Management for Amputee Rehabilitation Using Technology.
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04953364
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Lower Limb Amputations (LLAs) are a substantial burden on the Canadian health services with nearly 50,000 cases reported between 2006 and 2011. To address the challenging nature of a LLA (e.g., decreased mobility, pain, depression), patients need to go through extensive rehabilitation programs.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 50 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Has a unilateral LLA (transtibial or transfemoral) due to diabetes or vascular disease
- Received initial casting of their prosthesis within the past 2 years
- Be aged ≥ 50 years (85% of adults with LLA)
- Self-identifies as being able to speak and read English.
- Has access to computer or tablet and internet.
You likely can't join if
- Substantial health conditions (e.g., congestive heart failure, diagnosed dementia)
- Those anticipating further surgery (e.g. LLA revision) as identified by our study sites' physiatrists
- an inability to use a tablet (e.g. using hands for typing).
See the full eligibility criteria
- Has a unilateral LLA (transtibial or transfemoral) due to diabetes or vascular disease
- Received initial casting of their prosthesis within the past 2 years
- Be aged ≥ 50 years (85% of adults with LLA)
- Self-identifies as being able to speak and read English.
- Has access to computer or tablet and internet.
- Individuals living in British Columbia or Ontario, Canada.
- Substantial health conditions (e.g., congestive heart failure, diagnosed dementia)
- Those anticipating further surgery (e.g. LLA revision) as identified by our study sites' physiatrists
- an inability to use a tablet (e.g. using hands for typing).
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 50 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.