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New ankle repair system may let patients walk sooner after surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new device called the Fibulink Syndesmosis Repair System in 56 adults with certain ankle fractures or ligament injuries. The goal is to see if the device keeps the ankle bones properly aligned while allowing patients to start full weight-bearing as early as 4 w…
Matched conditions: ANKLE FRACTURES
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Maimonides Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 05:32 UTC
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New study to determine best ankle surgery fixation technique
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two standard surgical methods—suture button and Fibulink implant—for repairing ankle syndesmosis injuries. About 140 adults with acute ankle fractures requiring surgery will be randomly assigned to one of the two procedures. Researchers will measure pain, func…
Matched conditions: ANKLE FRACTURES
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Diego • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Dissolvable screws could replace metal in foot surgeries
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests special screws that dissolve over time, used in foot and ankle surgeries for fractures, bone realignment, or joint fusion. About 125 adults will be followed for 4 years to see how well bones heal and if there are any side effects. The goal is to see if these scre…
Matched conditions: ANKLE FRACTURES
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Inion Oy • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 30, 2026 15:51 UTC
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New ankle rehab program aims to get soldiers back on their feet faster
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two physical therapy programs for people recovering from ankle fracture surgery. One program adds special power exercises for the ankle muscles. Researchers want to see if this extra training helps people regain strength, walk better, and feel more satisfied w…
Matched conditions: ANKLE FRACTURES
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Brian W. Noehren • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 05:43 UTC
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New study aims to cut opioid use after ankle surgery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is for adults with a certain type of broken ankle who need surgery. It compares three ways to manage pain after the operation: a long-acting numbing medicine injected into the ankle, a nerve block, or standard pain pills. The goal is to see which approach reduces the n…
Matched conditions: ANKLE FRACTURES
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Lahey Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 05:33 UTC
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Shocking recovery: electricity may boost ankle healing
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests if using mild electrical pulses on the calf muscle can help people regain strength and function after ankle fracture surgery. Twenty adults will either receive the electrical stimulation plus standard physical therapy or just physical therapy alone. The goal is t…
Matched conditions: ANKLE FRACTURES
Phase: NA • Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 05:30 UTC
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New study aims to find best ankle surgery for frail seniors
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at two different surgeries for unstable ankle fractures in frail adults aged 60 and older. One group gets ankle fusion, the other gets plates and screws. The goal is to see which surgery leads to better quality of life and less pain one year after the injury.
Matched conditions: ANKLE FRACTURES
Sponsor: London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute OR Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph's • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:54 UTC
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New study aims to find the best surgical method for broken ankles
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis 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.
Matched conditions: ANKLE FRACTURES
Phase: NA • Sponsor: muhammed kılıç • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:01 UTC