Kinesiophobia and Functional Outcomes in Distal Radius Fractures

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Conditions studied: Distal Radius Fracture

In brief

Distal radius fractures are among the most common fractures in adults and are frequently treated with closed reduction and cast immobilization. Although fracture healing is generally successful, some patients may develop fear of movement (kinesiophobia) after cast removal because of pain, reinjury concerns, or reduced confidence in using the injured wrist. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the level of kinesiophobia in adults with conservatively treated distal radius fractures and to investigate how kinesiophobia changes over time following cast removal. The study will also examine the relationship between kinesiophobia and functional recovery. Participants will be assessed after cast removal and again at three months following injury. Kinesiophobia, pain intensity, hand and wrist function, range of motion, grip strength, and upper extremity disability will be evaluated using standardized assessment tools. The findings may help clinicians better understand the role of movement-related fear in recovery and support the development of rehabilitation strategies aimed at improving functional outcomes after distal radius fractures.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT07668531

Run by

Ebru Aloğlu Çiftçi

People needed

100

Starts

2026-07-19

Expected to finish

2027-02-05

Last updated by the study team

2026-06-25

Who can join

Age: 18 and older. Sex: female. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Age range: 18-65 years
• Non-intra-articular extension (AO type A) distal radius fracture
• Treatment with closed reduction and short arm cast
• No complications during treatment (redisplacement, fracture failure, etc.)
• Ability to cooperate and complete the questionnaire

You may not qualify if…

• History of previous fracture or neurological pathology in the same extremity
• Associated wrist, elbow, or shoulder injury
• Cognitive impairment or serious psychiatric illness
• Surgically treated distal radius fractures

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