Double fix for wrist breaks: nail and plate combo tested

NCT ID NCT07440251

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a new surgical approach for complex fractures of the distal ulna (the forearm bone on the pinky side). The method uses both a flexible nail inside the bone and a small metal plate on the outside to hold the break together. Researchers will check how well the bone heals and how much wrist strength and motion patients regain. Only 18 adults with unstable fractures will take part.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

dual fixation procedure (flexible intramedullary nail and mini locked plate 2.7 mm)

What this could lead to

If successful, this dual-fixation method could offer a more stable repair for hard-to-treat distal ulna fractures, allowing earlier use of the wrist.

What could go wrong

This is a very small, early-phase study with only 18 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. There are also standard surgical risks like infection or hardware issues.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

ulna fracture Wrist Fractures

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Faculty of medicine sohag university

    RECRUITING

    Sohag, Egypt