Humerus fracture
MONDO:0005319A traumatic or pathologic injury to the humerus in which the continuity of the humerus is broken.
Also known as: fracture, humeral, fractures, humeral, humeral fracture
143 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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New shoulder implant under real-world scrutiny: will it hold up?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study follows adults who have received a Tipmed shoulder replacement to see how well the implant works and if any problems arise over the first year. Participants have conditions like severe arthritis, rotator cuff damage, or a broken shoulder bone. Researchers track shoulde…
Sponsor: TIPMED Medical Device Manufacturing Ltd. Co. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shoulder implant under Long-Term watch: will it hold up?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study follows 50 people who receive a Zimmer Biomet shoulder replacement implant to see if it safely improves pain, movement, and quality of life over two years. Participants have shoulder arthritis, fractures, or other joint damage. The main goal is to measure a meaningful …
Sponsor: Zimmer Biomet • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Less fluid, better recovery? new trial tests approach in injured kids
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether giving less intravenous (IV) fluid to critically ill children with traumatic injuries leads to fewer complications. Currently, there is no standard for how much fluid these children should receive. The trial will enroll 250 children aged 6 months to 15…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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10-Year shoulder implant study aims to improve joint replacement outcomes
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study follows over 1,000 people who receive a shoulder replacement with FX Shoulder Solutions systems. Researchers will track how often the implant needs to be replaced (revision) and measure pain, movement, and quality of life for up to 10 years after surgery. The goal is t…
Sponsor: FX Solutions • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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10-Year checkup: do these shoulder implants hold up?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is following 584 people who received Zimmer Biomet shoulder implants to see how well the devices work over 10 years. Participants have shoulder arthritis, fractures, or deformities. Researchers will track implant survival, pain, function, and any side effects. The goal…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Zimmer Biomet • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Hip bone graft may boost shoulder fracture recovery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a piece of donated hip bone (femoral allograft) to standard plate surgery helps people aged 40-70 recover better from severe shoulder fractures. Half the participants will get the graft plus a plate, the other half just the plate. Researchers will …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tergooi Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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New bone-stabilizing device under real-world watch
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study follows 300 people who receive the IlluminOss device to treat broken bones from injury or disease. Researchers will track how well the device works, how safely it performs, and how patients recover over time. The goal is to gather real-world data on bone healing and re…
Sponsor: IlluminOss Medical, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New 3D-Printed cage aims to heal tough bone breaks
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a special 3D-printed cage called the TRUMATCH Graft Cage to help repair large bone defects in the arm or leg. Five adults with hard-to-heal breaks will receive the cage during surgery. Researchers will track healing, complications, and recovery time over thr…
Sponsor: University of California, San Diego • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Quick-Clot powder could save lives in severe trauma bleeding
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two treatments to help blood clot in severely injured trauma patients who are bleeding heavily. One is a standard frozen blood product (cryoprecipitate) that takes time to thaw, and the other is a dry powder (fibrinogen concentrate) that can be given at the be…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Australian and New Zealand Intensive Care Research Centre • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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New scaffold aims to speed up wound healing
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a collagen scaffold called Miro3D to standard wound care helps acute and chronic wounds heal better than standard care alone. About 70 adults with soft tissue wounds or pressure ulcers will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. The main goal i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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New anchor method may simplify elbow fracture surgery for kids
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at a new way to fix a common elbow fracture in children using anchors with sutures instead of screws or pins. The goal is to reduce problems like hardware irritation and the need for a second surgery to remove implants. Nine children under 15 with displaced fract…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Strasbourg, France • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Elbow fracture study: which wire placement works best for kids?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two surgical methods for fixing a specific type of elbow fracture (Gartland type 3) in children aged 2 to 13. One method uses wires placed in a cross pattern, the other places wires from the side. The goal is to see which method better prevents the bone from s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Laiba Qamar • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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Shoulder fracture study: is surgery worth it for Middle-Aged adults?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether surgery helps adults aged 50 to 65 recover better from a displaced shoulder fracture compared to non-surgical treatment. Sixty participants will be randomly assigned to either have surgery (with a plate or nail) or receive non-surgical care. They will …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Zealand University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:30 UTC
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Ultrasound might replace X-Rays for Kids' elbow injuries
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether ultrasound can reliably detect broken bones in the elbow of children aged 5 to 15 after an accident. About 543 kids will get both an ultrasound and standard X-rays, and researchers will compare the results. If ultrasound proves accurate, it could offer…
Sponsor: Timo Munz • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Ultrasound may slash radiation and costs for Kids' elbow breaks
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using ultrasound instead of X-rays can diagnose elbow fractures in children more efficiently. About 225 kids with elbow pain will be randomly assigned to get either an ultrasound or an X-ray. Researchers will compare costs, radiation exposure, time spent …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nemours Children's Clinic • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Sound waves could spot nerve injuries in broken arms before surgery
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a simple ultrasound scan can accurately detect damage to the radial nerve in people with a broken upper arm bone. Some of these patients also have wrist or hand weakness. Researchers will compare ultrasound results with what surgeons find during the op…
Sponsor: Istanbul Medeniyet University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Short talk therapy may stop PTSD before it starts
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a short form of exposure therapy, given soon after a traumatic injury, can prevent posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Researchers will enroll 300 injured adults admitted to Level I trauma centers. Half will receive the brief therapy plus standard care,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baylor Research Institute • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Faster shoulder rehab after surgery: does starting day one help?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether starting an accelerated shoulder rehabilitation program immediately after reverse total shoulder replacement leads to better pain relief and function than the standard rehab approach. About 74 people with shoulder osteoarthritis will be randomly assigned …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: HealthPartners Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Paws for healing: therapy dogs may ease pain and anxiety in trauma patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether 2-3 ten-minute visits from a trained therapy dog can reduce pain, anxiety, depression, and anger in adults hospitalized after a traumatic injury. Researchers will compare patients who get dog visits to those who only get a visit from a dog handler. The go…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Robotic glove lends a hand: small trial tests daily life support for weak grip
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a soft robotic glove called Carbonhand can help people with hand weakness from injury or nerve conditions perform daily activities at home. Five participants will use the glove for six weeks while researchers measure arm activity, grip strength, and well-…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Roessingh Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Could a simple nerve block cut opioid use in Kids' elbow surgery?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether giving children a nerve block before elbow fracture surgery can help control pain afterward and reduce the need for strong painkillers like oxycodone. About 90 children with a specific type of elbow fracture will be randomly assigned to receive either …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New study aims to cut opioid use after broken bone surgery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares a nonopioid pain control plan to standard opioid pain medicine in 75 adults after surgery for a broken collarbone. The goal is to see if the nonopioid plan can control pain just as well while reducing opioid side effects and addiction risk. Participants are ra…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Henry Ford Health System • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Antidepressant may ease pain and PTSD after trauma
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving fluoxetine (Prozac) immediately after a serious injury can prevent depression, PTSD, and reduce pain and opioid use. About 200 adults with fractures or other bodily trauma will receive either fluoxetine or a placebo during their hospital stay. The …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New study tests counseling to ease PTSD in families after child injury
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a counseling program for caregivers of children hospitalized for a traumatic injury like burns or a car accident. The goal is to reduce PTSD and depression in both the caregiver and child. 24 caregiver-child pairs will be randomly assigned to either the counselin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Can a simple painkiller combo replace opioids for kids after elbow surgery?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving children acetaminophen (Tylenol) with ibuprofen (Advil) works as well as acetaminophen with oxycodone for pain after elbow fracture surgery. About 90 children with a specific type of elbow fracture will be randomly assigned to one of the two combin…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Could a single dose of ketamine during surgery cut opioid use and PTSD?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a single dose of ketamine given during surgery can help adults with serious orthopedic trauma recover better. Researchers want to see if it reduces pain, lowers the need for opioids, and improves symptoms of depression and PTSD. Ninety participants will b…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Ambulance pain drug showdown: ketamine vs fentanyl
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether ketamine or fentanyl is better for pain relief in trauma patients with signs of shock. About 994 adults will receive one of the two drugs in the ambulance. Researchers will track survival at 24 hours and side effects like low oxygen or blood pressure.
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Jason Sperry • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Mind over shoulder: coaching may boost fracture recovery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding psychological coaching to standard care helps people with a broken shoulder recover better. It includes 70 adults who had surgery for a proximal humerus fracture and score high on a neuroticism test. Participants receive focused cognitive behaviora…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Zaandam Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Could magnesium replace opioids for trauma ICU pain?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a continuous intravenous infusion of magnesium sulfate can reduce pain and the need for narcotic painkillers in critically ill trauma patients admitted to the intensive care unit. Researchers will compare magnesium to a placebo (normal saline) in 156 adul…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Can a nerve drug help wounds heal faster?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 trial tests whether 4-aminopyridine, a drug already used for other conditions, can speed up healing of skin wounds. Researchers will give the drug or a placebo to 150 healthy adults and measure how quickly small biopsy wounds close. The goal is to see if this safe, e…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: John Elfar • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:09 UTC
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Should you rehab early after shoulder replacement? small study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether starting physical therapy 2 weeks after reverse total shoulder replacement (for a broken upper arm bone) is better than waiting 6 weeks. Ten adults aged 50-85 will be randomly assigned to one of the two rehab schedules. The goal is to see which timing …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Virginia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Protein power: simple drinks may boost recovery after injury
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether giving older trauma patients extra protein drinks (up to 3 times a day in the hospital and for 4 weeks after discharge) helps them regain muscle and function better than standard nutrition. Sixty adults aged 45 and older who can eat by mouth will be ra…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Colombian ICU study seeks clues to trauma deaths
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at records of 500 patients admitted to intensive care units in Colombia to find out what factors are linked to death after severe trauma. Researchers will compare trauma patients with other ICU patients using a discharge database. The goal is to better understand…
Sponsor: Hospital Departamental de Villavicencio • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Shoulder fracture surgery under the microscope: new study tracks recovery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 150 adults who need surgery for a broken upper arm bone (proximal humerus fracture) using the ALPS plating system. Researchers will measure shoulder strength, movement, and pain, and track any complications. The goal is to see how well this surgical tool perfor…
Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Tiny study aims to find safer clotting drugs for trauma patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks back at medical records of 4 severely injured trauma patients who needed large blood transfusions. It compares two drugs that help blood clot—prothrombin complex concentrate and recombinant activated factor VIIa—to see which causes fewer dangerous blood clots and…
Sponsor: Zeliha Alicikus • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Hospital tests smarter trauma alerts to save lives
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to see if updated criteria for activating trauma teams can reduce mistakes—either calling a team when not needed (over-triage) or missing a serious case (under-triage). Researchers will compare data from 5,000 trauma patients before and after the new rules were pu…
Sponsor: Methodist Health System • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Simple ultrasound may spot kidney danger in trauma patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 350 adults with major injuries admitted to intensive care. Doctors will use a non-invasive bedside ultrasound to check blood flow in the kidneys and liver at several time points. The goal is to see if certain ultrasound patterns are linked to acute kidney injur…
Sponsor: Azienda Usl di Bologna • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Can simple scores predict trauma outcomes? new iraqi study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will enroll 188 trauma patients in Iraq to see how well three scoring systems (EMTRAS, REMS, and GAP) predict who will die, need a breathing tube, or stay longer in the hospital. Researchers will calculate each patient's score upon arrival and track their outcomes. The…
Sponsor: Al-Nahrain University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Chest injury scoring showdown: which tool saves more lives?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares two scoring systems (TTSS and TRISS) to see which better predicts outcomes like death or ICU admission in people with chest injuries. Researchers will assess 150 patients in the emergency room and track their hospital course. The goal is to find the most accur…
Sponsor: Al-Nahrain University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Blood bank mystery: does old blood raise death risk in trauma?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether storing blood for a long time before transfusion affects death rates and complications in severely injured trauma patients. Researchers will review records of 300 patients aged 18-75 who received large transfusions. The goal is to understand if blood s…
Sponsor: Kocaeli City Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Trauma's hidden toll: scientists map Brain-Bone-Gut damage
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how severe traumatic injury changes the bone marrow and gut, leading to long-term anemia and microbiome disruption. Researchers will collect bone marrow, blood, and stool samples from 275 adults with serious blunt trauma. The goal is to understand these intera…
Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Can 3D scans improve shoulder fracture diagnosis?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to see if a new 3D classification system for shoulder fractures is reliable and reproducible. Researchers will review CT scans from 800 patients with proximal humeral fractures. The goal is to help doctors better diagnose and treat these injuries.
Sponsor: Hebei Medical University Third Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Million-Trained trauma program finally put to the test
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) training for doctors against usual care to see if it improves survival in adult trauma patients. Over 4,000 patients from hospitals in India will take part. The goal is to find out if this widely used training actually saves…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Karolinska Institutet • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Trauma's hidden toll: stem cell failure may explain slow recovery in elderly
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how severe injuries change the way bone marrow stem cells work, especially in older adults. Researchers will collect bone marrow and blood samples from 400 trauma patients to understand why some develop long-term anemia and muscle loss. The goal is to learn mo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Massive shoulder replacement study tracks 20,000 patients for over a decade
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is tracking 20,000 people who have had or will have shoulder replacement surgery to see how well the implants work over at least 10 years. Researchers will measure pain, daily function, and strength using standard shoulder scores. The goal is to better understand the l…
Sponsor: Exactech • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC