Evaluating the Efficacy of a Mobile Application in Postoperative Rehabilitation
Start Date
7/21/2025
Completion Date
7/1/2026
Summary
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a mobile application in improving postoperative rehabilitation outcomes among patients undergoing orthopedic surgery.
Detailed Description
The study aims to assess the effectiveness of a mobile app-based tool in improving conditioning, mobility, and physical therapy performance among patients recovering from orthopedic surgery, particularly hip fracture fixation, spinal fusion, and total knee/hip arthroplasty. The app sets reminders for in-bed conditioning exercises, with difficulty levels adjusted based on patient feedback. The prospective, single-arm pilot study will enroll patients over 65 years old with adequate cognitive status and a mobile phone. Patient performance on the app, satisfaction metrics, and physical therapy outcomes will be evaluated, along with feedback from physical therapists. The study is conducted through the Yale New Haven Health System, with plans to enroll 15 patients initially and subsequently expand to a randomized controlled trial with 50 participants in each arm. The goal is to improve outcomes in this population, characterized by poor mobility, morbidity, and mortality rates, by supplementing inpatient rehabilitation with targeted, app-prompted exercises.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Range: 18 years to No maximum
Interventions
App for in-bed conditioning exercises
Usual care
Conditions
Locations
Yale New Haven Hospital Saint Raphael's Campus
New Haven, Connecticut 06510
United States