Osteoporosis study: OPTIONS
Official title OsteoPorotic fracTure preventION System (OPTIONS) Research Study
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06731608
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to see if the program improves patients' physical function, quality of life, and reduces falls and fractures during the year after the injury.
- Who it's for
- Older adults who have had a hip or lower‑leg fracture and are receiving care in a skilled nursing facility.
- What's involved
- Participants receive information and support about exercise, nutrition and bone‑strengthening medicines, and they complete surveys about their health and daily activities.
- Time commitment
- The study follows participants for about one year, with regular check‑ins and surveys during that time.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 65 and older
You may be able to join if
- Age ≥65 years old
- Community-dwelling at the time of fracture
- Admission to a participating SNF for rehabilitation following a lower limb fragility fracture, including pelvic fractures
- Expected discharge to the community (home or assisted living)
You likely can't join if
- Not English or Spanish speaker
- Admission Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score 0-7
- SNF length of stay \< 7 days
- Regular access to a working telephone or other communication device
- Receiving hospice or end-of-life care
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Baltimore, Maryland, United States
- Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 65 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Baltimore, Maryland, United States; Boston, Massachusetts, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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