Wrist fracture recovery: early activity may speed healing

NCT ID NCT05650996

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at whether doing daily activities early after a wrist fracture (treated with a cast) helps people recover better. 64 adults will be split into two groups: one gets instructions on how to safely use their injured hand, the other gets only cast care advice. Researchers will measure hand function, pain, and fear of movement over 3 months.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

behavioral intervention: early daily activity instruction

What this could lead to

If it works, this could show that using your injured wrist early in a cast helps you recover function and reduces fear of movement.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-phase study. The benefit may be small or not apply to everyone. It only tests a behavioral change, not a drug or device.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

radius fracture Wrist Fractures

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Medical Facilities Associates

    RECRUITING

    Washington, Virginia, 22204, United States

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