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 surgical approach may offer safer fix for broken arm
Disease control OngoingThis study tests if a newer surgical plate placed on the front of the arm is as safe and effective as the standard method using two plates on the back. It involves 68 adults with a specific type of broken arm bone. The goal is to see which approach leads to better arm function an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New shoulder implant tracked in 200 patients for pain and function
Disease control OngoingThis study follows 200 adults getting a shoulder replacement with the Zimmer Trabecular Metal Reverse Shoulder System. It aims to see how long the implant lasts and how well it relieves pain and improves movement in people with conditions like arthritis, fractures, or failed prio…
Sponsor: Zimmer Biomet • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New shoulder replacement system tracked in global study
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is following 110 people who received a Tornier HRS shoulder replacement to see how well it improves pain and function. Participants have conditions like arthritis, fractures, or rotator cuff tears. The goal is to collect long-term safety and performance data for regula…
Sponsor: Stryker Trauma and Extremities • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Calcium clotting trial for trauma patients abandoned
Disease control TerminatedThis study was designed to see if giving calcium right away to trauma patients who need large blood transfusions could help their blood clot better, reduce the need for more transfusions, and improve survival. The trial was withdrawn before enrolling any participants, so no resul…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of California, Irvine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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New study confirms shoulder fracture hardware holds up
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at a metal plate and screw system used to fix certain types of broken upper arm bones. About 135 adults who need surgery for a fresh fracture or one that didn't heal with a cast will be followed for one year. The main goal is to see how often a second surgery is …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Zimmer Biomet • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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New device aims to warm trauma patients faster, cutting deadly risks
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a new heating device called Therm'Up to manage hypothermia in trauma patients. Hypothermia, when body temperature drops below 35°C, can worsen injuries and increase death risk. The trial will enroll 100 adults at risk of hypothermia due to trauma, cold exposure, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: ThermoTrauma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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New shoulder implant tested for long-term relief in severe tears and arthritis
Disease control OngoingThis study follows 200 adults who receive the Shoulder iD™ implant to treat severe rotator cuff tears or shoulder arthritis. Researchers measure how well the shoulder works and how often the implant needs to be fixed or replaced over 10 years. Participants attend regular check-up…
Sponsor: Stryker Trauma and Extremities • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Shoulder replacement or not? new study for seniors with complex fractures
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at two ways to treat serious shoulder fractures in people aged 65 to 85: a reverse total shoulder replacement (surgery) or non-surgical care like a sling and physical therapy. The goal is to see which approach leads to better arm and shoulder function and quality…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Oslo University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Shoulder implants tracked for 10 years in new study
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at how well two specific shoulder replacement parts work over time. It includes 146 adults who already had or will have shoulder replacement surgery. Researchers will check for problems and ask patients about their shoulder function for up to 10 years after surge…
Sponsor: Zimmer Biomet • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Bone screw safety under review: new study follows 51 patients
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at how well Biomet Cannulated Bone Screws work for fixing broken bones, fusing joints, or correcting bone cuts. It includes 51 adults who already had or will have surgery with these screws. Researchers track complications, revisions, and patient feedback to confi…
Sponsor: Zimmer Biomet • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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New shoulder implant under review: will it hold up over time?
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at how well a special shoulder implant works for people who need a joint replacement due to arthritis, injury, or bone loss. Researchers will track 22 participants to see how long the implant lasts and if there are any problems. The goal is to make sure the impla…
Sponsor: Zimmer Biomet • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Can a simple screening program stop opioid addiction before it starts?
Prevention OngoingThis study tests a program designed to prevent opioid misuse in people hospitalized for a traumatic injury. Participants complete brief questionnaires about pain and opioid use risk, and receive enhanced care coordination based on their responses. The goal is to see if this adapt…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Simple class aims to keep seniors from falling again
Prevention ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether a fall prevention discharge class can reduce repeat fall-related ER visits in adults aged 60 and older. Researchers will compare those who attended the class to those who did not. The goal is to see if this simple education step can help prevent future…
Sponsor: Methodist Health System • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Can virtual reality or a simple schedule change ease kids' fear during pin removal?
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at two ways to lower anxiety in children aged 3 to 10 who need surgical pins removed from an elbow fracture. One approach removes the pins right after the cast comes off, before an X-ray, instead of after. The other uses a virtual reality headset during the pin r…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston Children's Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New tool aims to improve tough talks in the ICU for older trauma patients
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a communication tool called Best Case/Worst Case-ICU for older adults (50+) with serious injuries in the ICU. The tool helps doctors, patients, and families discuss possible outcomes and treatment options using simple graphics. Researchers will measure if it impr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New care plan aims to cut opioid use after accidents
Symptom relief OngoingThis trial tests whether a Pain and Coordination Plan (PAC-plan) can reduce opioid use and improve quality of life in adults who have had surgery after an accidental injury. Participants receive the plan at hospital discharge, which includes an opioid management plan, a follow-up…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Oslo • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New program aims to cut PTSD and ER visits for trauma patients
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a brief stepped care program for adults hospitalized after a traumatic injury who show signs of PTSD. The program starts in the hospital and aims to reduce PTSD symptoms and the number of emergency room visits over time. About 424 participants are involved, and t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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War wounds may trigger hidden heart risks, new study reveals
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at how serious combat injuries affect the long-term health of U.S. military members. Researchers will measure heart function, sleep quality, and stress-related body signals in 200 injured service members. The goal is to understand links between injury severity, s…
Sponsor: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Upper arm fracture nail system put to the test in 100-patient study
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study checks how well a commercially available nail system works for fixing broken upper arm bones. 100 adults who need surgery for a humerus fracture will be followed for 12 months to see if the bone heals enough for normal activities. The goal is to confirm the device is s…
Sponsor: Zimmer Biomet • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Trauma drug study pulled before it started
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to compare three medicines (propofol, etomidate, and ketamine) given to adult trauma patients to help them breathe with a breathing tube. The goal was to see which drug leads to the best outcomes, like survival and fewer side effects. However, the study was withd…
Sponsor: University of Southern California • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Shoulder fracture device under Long-Term watch
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 118 adults who received a shoulder replacement using the Tornier Perform® Humeral System after a fracture or related joint damage. Researchers will collect data on pain, function, and safety over 10 years. The goal is to monitor real-world performance, not to t…
Sponsor: Stryker Trauma and Extremities • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Researchers track Body's alarm system after trauma
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at how the body's natural response to severe injury or major surgery can sometimes go wrong, leading to complications. Researchers will collect blood samples from 320 trauma patients and elective surgery patients to measure markers of inflammation and blood clott…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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5,000 patients to help reveal which wound dressings heal best
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis observational registry will follow 5,000 adults with various wounds—like diabetic foot ulcers, burns, or surgical wounds—to see how different treatments (e.g., hydrocolloid, foam, silver dressings) perform in everyday medical settings. Researchers will measure wound healing,…
Sponsor: Siddhey LLC • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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1500 fracture patients tracked to unlock recovery secrets
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows about 1500 adults with hip, shin, ankle, upper arm, or wrist fractures for up to one year. Researchers collect information on healing, patient-reported symptoms, and activity patterns using questionnaires and wearable sensors. The goal is to understand recovery…
Sponsor: AO Innovation Translation Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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New registry tracks Stent-Graft safety in thousands of patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is tracking over 600 people who received the GORE VIABAHN stent-graft as part of their normal medical care for conditions like peripheral artery disease or aneurysms. Researchers are monitoring how often serious device-related problems occur. The goal is to see how saf…
Sponsor: W.L.Gore & Associates • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Joint Decision-Making: what do patients really want?
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study asks over 2,300 people with various joint conditions (like arthritis, fractures, and hip problems) to fill out surveys about their treatment preferences. Researchers want to learn how factors like pain, recovery time, cost, and surgery versus non-surgery affect patient…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Trauma ICU survivors: new study tracks hidden brain decline
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 432 adults who were in the ICU after a traumatic injury or burn. Researchers want to see if and why patients develop long-term problems with memory, thinking, and daily function. By tracking cognitive skills and inflammation over time, they hope to uncover link…
Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Hand injury patterns under the microscope in egyptian hospital study
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study will track 100 people with traumatic hand and wrist injuries at Sohag University Hospital in Egypt from October 2025 to April 2026. Researchers want to learn how these injuries happen and what the outcomes are. It is an observational study, meaning no new treatment is …
Sponsor: Sohag University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Researchers track shoulder implant longevity to improve future surgeries
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study gathers information from 160 people who received a shoulder implant to see how long the implant lasts and how safe it is. Participants have conditions like arthritis or fractures. The goal is to use this data to make better implants and help doctors and patients make i…
Sponsor: Zimmer Biomet • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Massive study follows 1,000 kids with fractures to find best treatments
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis registry follows 1,000 children with long bone fractures to see how different treatments (casts, surgery, or splints) affect healing. Doctors collect data on recovery, movement, and complications over two years. The goal is to learn which treatments work best for different f…
Sponsor: AO Innovation Translation Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:33 UTC