Spinal fracture

This study tests a new 'nine-grid' method to guide needle placement during vertebroplasty, a procedure that stabilizes spine fractures caused by osteoporosis. Researchers will compare this technique to the standard approach in 68 adults with a single fractured vertebra. The goal …

This 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…

This 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…

This study is tracking 200 adults who receive the Ennovate Cervical Spinal System, a metal implant used to stabilize the neck and upper back after fractures, disc disease, or tumors. Researchers will measure changes in pain and quality of life over time. The goal is to confirm th…

This 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…

This 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…

This study looks at two surgical methods to fix the spine in people with osteoporosis (weak bones). It compares screws that are reinforced with bone cement to regular hollow screws. The goal is to see which method provides better stability, pain relief, and recovery, with fewer c…

This study is testing a fracture liaison service (FLS) combined with medication management for people with osteoporosis in a rural area. The program provides education, monitoring, and follow-up to help patients take their medications as prescribed. Researchers will enroll 200 ad…

This study looks at how safe and effective bone cements are for treating spine fractures caused by osteoporosis or injury. About 500 adults who receive these cements during vertebroplasty, kyphoplasty, or screw augmentation will be followed. The goal is to confirm that these prod…

This study will test whether an AI program can find vertebral fractures (broken spine bones) that might be missed on CT scans done for other reasons. Researchers will look at scans from 250 men aged 50 or older to see how common these fractures are. The goal is to improve detecti…

This study is testing a portable ultrasound device called POROUS R4C that measures bone in the lower leg without radiation. Researchers want to see if it can estimate bone mineral density as accurately as the standard X-ray method (DXA). The study will include 350 healthy men and…

This 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,…

This study tests a medical device called VCFix to treat broken vertebrae (spinal bones) from compression fractures. The goal is to reduce pain and improve movement in 103 adults aged 21-85 with a single recent fracture. The device is placed into the bone to restore height and sta…

This 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…

This 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-…

This 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…

This 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 …

This 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…

This 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…

This 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.

This study looks at whether starting physical therapy soon after surgery for a specific knee fracture (tibial spine avulsion) helps people recover better than waiting longer. It includes 56 people aged 15-25 who had the surgery. Researchers will measure knee movement, muscle stre…

This study tests a device that stimulates nerves for 60 days to see if it can reduce pain and improve quality of life in women who recently had a spinal compression fracture. Fifteen women with fractures less than 3 months old will receive the treatment and report their pain and …

This study tests whether a virtual chiropractor program is practical for people over 50 who have had a spine fracture from osteoporosis. Participants will receive 12 online sessions over 8 weeks covering pain management, safe movement, exercise, and nutrition. The goal is to see …

This 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…

This 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…

This study follows 15,000 people with various spinal conditions (like stenosis, fractures, infections, or cancer spread) to see how their quality of life changes over 5 years. Participants fill out questionnaires about their health and daily activities. The goal is to understand …

This 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…

This study is tracking 561 people who have already had spine surgery using METROSAN spinal implants and BONEGRAFT bone fillers. Researchers want to see how well these devices work and if any new safety issues pop up over a year. It's an observational study, meaning patients get s…

This 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…

This study looks at adults aged 18-70 who have a specific type of broken back (thoracolumbar burst fracture) but no nerve damage. Half will get surgery to fuse the spine, and half will wear a brace for six weeks instead. Researchers want to see if avoiding surgery works just as w…

This study is looking at whether measuring two proteins in the blood (NF-L and GFAP) soon after a spinal cord injury can help doctors predict how severe the injury is and how much recovery a person might have 6 months later. Researchers will enroll 260 adults with traumatic spina…

This 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…

This study looks at whether wearing a rigid neck collar is needed for stable neck fractures. About 616 adults with these fractures will be treated either with a collar for 12 weeks or without one. The goal is to see if both approaches lead to similar healing, while avoiding colla…

This study looks at two types of spine surgery for people with broken back bones. One is a traditional open surgery, the other is a less invasive method. Researchers will use 3D walking analysis and muscle activity tests to see which approach helps patients recover better. The go…

This 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…

This 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…

This study is collecting information from 760 adults who receive ERISMA or Idys spine implants during surgery. Researchers will track complications, pain levels, and quality of life for two years after the procedure. The goal is to confirm the devices are safe and work well in ev…

This 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…

This 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…

This 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…

This 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…

This 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…

This 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…