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Immediate Vs. Delayed Weight Bearing Postoperative Protocol in Diabetic Ankle Fractures
NCT03966027 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
Operatively managed diabetic ankle fractures have significant risk for complications. The cause for failure is likely multifactorial, however, a component of failure has to do with an inability to process pain and pressure normally. This loss of protective sensation allows for an increase in abnormal stresses placed on the recently repaired fractures. Historically, diabetics have been kept non weight bearing for extended periods of time, which has its own functional and cardiovascular issues. The purpose of the study is to determine if a protocol of immediate weight bearing with a hindfoot offloading brace after surgically corrected ankle fracture in a diabetic patient will maintain adequate motion, have no difference in complications when compared to regular non-immediate weight bearing protocols, and lead to good outcome scores and patient satisfaction scores
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- OTHER Postoperative protocol (Immediate weight bearing)
- OTHER Postoperative Protocol (Delayed Weight Bearing)
Study Locations (1)
Missouri
- University of Missouri Health System — Columbia
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 25 participants |
| Start Date | 2020-08-01 |
| Est. Completion | 2026-06-15 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT03966027
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT03966027 describes a study currently listed as recruiting. It is categorized as NA, which is the standard way researchers label where a study sits along the investigational pathway from early safety work through later efficacy and post-marketing evaluation. The registered enrollment target is 25 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Kyle Schweser MD, which has 2 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 1 condition, with Ankle Fractures appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions — of which Postoperative protocol (Immediate weight bearing) is the first listed. Interventions can include drugs, devices, procedures, behavioral programs, or observational arms, and each is tracked as a separate registry field so that downstream queries can filter accurately. When a trial lists multiple interventions, it usually reflects a multi-arm design or a comparison protocol rather than a single treatment being tested in isolation. The brief summary published in the registry is the clearest source of protocol intent and should be read before drawing conclusions from any sidebar tags.
Geographic footprint matters for practical reasons: NCT03966027 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area — top geographies include Missouri. A larger site network tends to correlate with broader recruitment capacity, but it does not imply anything about study quality, and site-level enrollment status can diverge from the overall registry status shown above. Every data point on this page comes from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset and is reproduced here for reference only; it is not a medical recommendation, an endorsement of the sponsor, or an invitation to enroll. Verify current status, eligibility criteria, and contact details directly at ClinicalTrials.gov, and discuss any participation decision with your own healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT03966027 about?
NCT03966027 is a clinical study titled "Immediate Vs. Delayed Weight Bearing Postoperative Protocol in Diabetic Ankle Fractures". Operatively managed diabetic ankle fractures have significant risk for complications. The cause for failure is likely multifactorial, however, a component of failure has to do with an inability to process pain and pressure normally. This loss of protective sensation allows for an increase in abnorma...
What is the current status of trial NCT03966027?
This trial is currently recruiting. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 25 participants. The study started on 2020-08-01. Estimated completion is 2026-06-15.
What conditions does trial NCT03966027 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Ankle Fractures. These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT03966027?
The interventions under investigation include: Postoperative protocol (Immediate weight bearing) (OTHER), Postoperative Protocol (Delayed Weight Bearing) (OTHER). Each intervention is being evaluated for safety and efficacy as part of this clinical study.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT03966027?
This trial is sponsored by Kyle Schweser MD, which has 2 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT03966027 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across Missouri. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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