ANKLE FRACTURES

This study follows 80 children and teens who receive special dissolvable screws to fix broken bones in the ankle, knee, or elbow. The screws are designed to hold the bone in place while it heals and then safely dissolve over time, avoiding the need for a second surgery to remove …

This study tests a new surgical implant called Fibulink for repairing ankle fractures with torn ligaments. The goal is to see if it allows patients to start walking fully at 4 weeks instead of the usual 6 weeks, without the implant failing. 56 adults with specific ankle injuries …

This study is testing special screws that dissolve over time, used in foot and ankle surgeries for fractures, realignments, or joint fusions. The screws are meant to hold bones together while they heal, then safely absorb into the body. Researchers will follow 125 adults for 4 ye…

This study compares two common surgical procedures for a specific type of ankle injury called syndesmosis injury, often linked with ankle fractures. About 140 adults who need surgery will be randomly assigned to receive either a suture button or a Fibulink implant. Researchers wi…

This study compares two types of surgery for unstable ankle fractures in frail adults aged 60 and older. One group gets ankle fusion (joining the bones together), and the other gets open reduction and internal fixation (using plates and screws to hold the bones in place). A secon…

This study tests whether a simple wooden block stretching routine can replace standard physical therapy for people recovering from ankle or pilon fracture surgery. About 30 adults aged 18-65 who had surgery for these fractures will be randomly assigned to either the wooden block …

This study compares two surgical techniques for fixing certain types of ankle fractures. The goal is to see which method causes fewer wound problems and leads to better recovery. About 100 adults with specific ankle fractures will be followed for one year after surgery.

This pilot study tests whether neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) can help people regain strength and function after ankle fracture surgery. About 20 participants will either receive NMES plus standard physical therapy or physical therapy alone. The goal is to see if the…

This study compares two physical therapy programs for people recovering from ankle fracture surgery. One group gets standard rehab, while the other adds special ankle muscle power exercises. Researchers will check if the new program helps with muscle function, walking, stair clim…

This study compares three ways to manage pain after ankle fracture surgery: a long-acting numbing cocktail, regional anesthesia, and standard care. Researchers want to see if the numbing cocktail reduces the need for strong pain pills. About 70 adults with certain ankle fractures…