Simple tape might ease swollen hands after wrist break

NCT ID NCT04683887

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Azienda Unita Sanitaria Locale di Piacenza Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether applying elastic tape to the fingers can reduce hand swelling in adults with a wrist fracture treated with a cast. Researchers measured finger circumference and pain in 23 participants. The goal is to find a simple, non-drug way to manage edema and improve comfort.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: adhesive elastic tape
What this could lead to: If effective, this tape could offer a simple, drug-free way to reduce hand swelling and discomfort for people with wrist fractures in a cast.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, early study with only 23 participants. The results may not apply to everyone, and the tape might not work better than standard care.

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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.

EDEMA ARM FRACTURE; WRIST

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Locations

Orthopedic ER o Orthopedic Emergency Department (OED) of the Local Health Unit ("Azienda Unità Sanitaria Locale", AUSL) of Piacenza

Piacenza, 29121, Italy

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