Shoulder fracture surgery under the microscope: new study tracks recovery
NCT ID NCT03328650
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This 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 performs in real-world use.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Vanderbilt Orthopaedics
RECRUITINGNashville, Tennessee, 37232, United States
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