The Effect of Weight Bearing on Patient Outcomes Following 1st MTP Joint Fusion

Trial statusRecruiting

Trial phaseNot applicable

Trial typeInterventional

Biological sexAll

Age18+

SponsorNova Scotia Health Authority

About this trial

randomized-controlled trial looking specifically at the effect of weight bearing on the outcomes of first MTP joint fusions

Age 18 years or great

Medically fit for surgery

Patients diagnosed with condition for which a 1st MTP joint fusion is a surgical management option based on clinical examination and radiographs

Failed non-operative management (orthotics, bracing, Tylenol, NSAIDs, shoe-wear modification)

Age <18 years old

Surgical booking is for more than just 1st MTP fusion

Unable to comply with follow up schedule and requirements

Unable to provide informed consent

92 Participants

are divided into 2 treatment groups

Nova Scotia Health Authority

Lead sponsor