Ankle surgery showdown: screws vs. buttons – which helps you walk better?
NCT ID NCT04972578
First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 22 times
Summary
This study looked at how people walk after having surgery for a common ankle injury called syndesmosis disruption. It compared two standard treatments: screw fixation and suture button fixation. The goal was to see if one method leads to better walking patterns. The study was stopped early and included 21 participants.
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Locations
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Lauritzen Outpatient Center
Omaha, Nebraska, 68105, United States
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Nebraska Medicine, Bellevue Health Center
Bellevue, Nebraska, 68123, United States
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Village Point Outpatient Center
Omaha, Nebraska, 68118, United States
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