geko vs TEDS: DVT prevention study

• Research type

  Research Study

• Full title

  A multicentre randomised controlled trial comparing the incidence of asymptomatic and symptomatic deep vein thrombosis (DVT) between the gekoTM neuromuscular electrostimulation (NMES) device and Thromboembolism Deterrent Stockings (TEDS) in post-operative patients recovering from elective Total Hip Replacement (THR) surgery

• IRAS ID

  117650

• Contact name

  Robert G Middleton

• Contact email

  sonia.budd@nuffieldhealth.com

• Sponsor organisation

  Firstkind Ltd.

• Research summary

  This study will compare compression stockings and the geko™ device in increasing blood circulation and the prevention of deep vein thrombosis (DVT)during the hospital stay of patients requiring a Total Hip Replacement. A follow-up visit with be conducted six weeks after the operation to assess if there is any long term benefits to the patient having used the device during their hospital stay.

• REC name

  London - Stanmore Research Ethics Committee

• REC reference

  13/LO/0059

• Date of REC Opinion

  20 Mar 2013

• REC opinion

  Further Information Favourable Opinion