Plain-English translation of NCT05765669 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This completed trial examined two different treatment approaches for older adults (age 60 and over) who suffered a specific type of pelvic fracture from a fall or weak bones. Researchers compared percutaneous screw fixation—a minimally invasive surgical procedure that stabilizes the fracture—against a non-surgical approach using physical therapy and pain management. The study wanted to learn which treatment helped patients recover better and regain their ability to walk.
Pelvic fractures in older adults are serious injuries that can make it difficult or impossible to walk and cause significant pain. Doctors disagree about the best treatment: some believe surgery stabilizes the fracture better, while others believe physical therapy alone is safer for frail, elderly patients. This trial was designed to provide clear evidence about which approach leads to better outcomes.
If you qualified after an initial 48-hour trial of physical therapy, you would be randomly assigned to receive either minimally invasive surgery to stabilize your pelvis or to continue with supervised physical therapy and pain management while gradually increasing your weight-bearing activities. The trial followed participants over time to track pain levels, walking ability, and overall recovery to determine which treatment approach worked better for older adults with this type of fracture.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jul 11, 2026 · Not medical advice
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