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NCT06181253 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
The Impact of Prehabilitation
A NA study of Postoperative Complications, sponsored by Boston Medical Center.
- Recruiting
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 60
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
NCT06181253: Recruiting NA study of Postoperative Complications, sponsored by Boston Medical Center.
NCT06181253 is a NA study of Postoperative Complications that is actively recruiting participants, run by Boston Medical Center. The registered enrollment target is 60 participants, below the 559-participant average among 20 other Postoperative Complications trials with a reported enrollment target (89% lower). The trial reports 1 study location across 1 state. According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT06181253, a NA study of Postoperative Complications, is actively recruiting participants, sponsored by Boston Medical Center.
- RECRUITING
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 60 participants
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
Study Summary
While numerous studies have assessed the promising impacts of prehabilitation, there is a lack of prehabilitation research within lower socioeconomic patient populations. Often for prehabilitation studies, patients are heavily involved in full scale exercise and nutrition programs weeks before the scheduled procedure. In underserved populations, programs such as these are often not feasible due to lack of transport, resources, and other barriers to healthcare. The investigators seek to evaluate the effectiveness of inexpensive interventions in lower socioeconomic populations. The investigators hypothesize that barriers to prehabilitation are environmental and that prehabilitation interventions tailored for lower socioeconomic (SES) populations will improve time to discharge, mobility, and in turn, readmission rates. The participants for this clinical trial will be seen four times: initially at the preoperative surgical clinic (6-8 weeks prior to surgery), 1-2 days preop at a pre-procedure clinic, postoperative in the inpatient setting (as soon as the participant is able to ambulate during their hospital stay), and in the postoperative surgical clinic at the postoperative visit. Patients will be within the general surgery, colorectal, and surgical oncology departments at Boston Medical Center (BMC). The anticipated sample size is 60 participants (30 in the intervention/prehabilitation arm and 30 in the control/usual care arm). Participants in the intervention arm will participate in a mobility and step tracking intervention aimed at improving postoperative outcomes. The control group will follow routine standard of care at BMC for preoperative and postoperative care.
Primary Outcome
The 6MWT is an exercise test that measure patient endurance and aerobic capacity. Participants will walk while attached to pulse oximetry for 6 minutes and total distance walked will be recorded. The higher a person's score, the better their exercise tolerance.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- OTHER Preoperative education
- BEHAVIORAL Moderate aerobic exercise
- OTHER Text messages
- BEHAVIORAL Pedometer
Study Locations (1)
Massachusetts
- Boston Medical Center - Boston
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 60 participants |
| Start Date | 2024-05-02 |
| Est. Completion | 2026-03 |
| Phase | NA |
What NCT06181253 shows while recruiting
NCT06181253 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registry caps enrollment at 60 participants, a relatively small participant target, below the 559-participant average among 20 other Postoperative Complications trials with a reported enrollment target (89% lower).
The record links to 1 condition, with Postoperative Complications appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 4 interventions - of which Preoperative education is the first listed.
NCT06181253 reports a single indexed study location in Massachusetts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT06181253 about?
NCT06181253 is a clinical study titled "The Impact of Prehabilitation". While numerous studies have assessed the promising impacts of prehabilitation, there is a lack of prehabilitation research within lower socioeconomic patient populations. Often for prehabilitation studies, patients are heavily involved in full scale exercise and nutrition programs weeks before the s...
What is the current status of trial NCT06181253?
This trial is currently recruiting. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 60 participants. The study started on 2024-05-02. Estimated completion is 2026-03.
What conditions does trial NCT06181253 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Postoperative Complications.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT06181253?
The interventions under investigation include: Preoperative education (OTHER), Moderate aerobic exercise (BEHAVIORAL), Text messages (OTHER), Pedometer (BEHAVIORAL).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT06181253?
This trial is sponsored by Boston Medical Center, which has 253 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where is trial NCT06181253 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across Massachusetts. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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