NCT06399614 Occupational Therapy-led Services for Adults Presenting Acutely With a Hand Condition
| NCT ID | NCT06399614 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | University of Limerick |
| Condition | Hand Injuries |
| Study Type | OBSERVATIONAL |
| Enrollment | 150 participants |
| Start Date | 2024-01-11 |
| Primary Completion | 2025-11 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.
This trial targets 150 participants in total. It began in 2024-01-11 with a primary completion date of 2025-11.
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Brief Summary
Traumatic hand injuries account for up to one third of acute hospital presentations. Current guidelines and standards of care recommend patients with hand trauma are seen by hand therapists, typically occupational therapists. The proposed study aims to explore the effectiveness of occupational therapy-led hand therapy services for the adult population presenting acutely to an injury unit or emergency department setting with a hand condition. The research project will consist of an analytical study, involving four different sites in Ireland to enrich findings, and to aid future service development. One site will be the comparison site, as it does not have access to occupational therapy, and will offer patients 'care as usual' upon attendance. Outcome measures will be used for all participants and will be completed at initial patient contact, at week eight and at six months. It is hoped the current proposed study will help shape future service development for those with hand injury including provision of evidence based occupational therapy assessment and intervention.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged 18 years of age and older * Adults presenting with an injury and/ or condition of their hand and/or forearm inhibiting function inclusive of: fractures (proximal, middle, and distal phalanx); tendon and soft tissue injury (PIPJ volar plate, central slip +/- lateral band, mallet injury, trigger finger, flexor injury, extensor injury, thumb tendon and ligament injury); digital nerve injury; or carpal tunnel injury. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients under 18 years of age * Patients presenting with complex medical issues in conjunction with a hand injury who may require an alternative pathway, for example, transfer to a different hospital, requiring prioritisation of another medical emergency * Other exclusions at the discretion of the service depending on team capacity and expertise
Contact & Investigator
Damien Ryan
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
University of Limerick
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT06399614 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, studying Hand Injuries. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT06399614 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT06399614 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at margo.sheerin@hse.ie for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT06399614 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Dublin, Ireland, Dublin, Ireland, Galway, Ireland, Limerick, Ireland and 1 additional location.
Who is sponsoring the NCT06399614 clinical trial?
NCT06399614 is sponsored by University of Limerick. The principal investigator is Damien Ryan at University of Limerick. The trial plans to enroll 150 participants.