Ankle injury study compares screws and suture buttons for better walking recovery
NCT ID NCT04972578
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compared how well people walk after ankle syndesmosis repair using either screw fixation or a suture button device. Researchers measured step length, width, timing, and speed on a special mat. The trial was terminated early and enrolled only 21 adults with isolated rotational ankle injuries. Results may help guide surgical choices but are limited due to the small size and early stop.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Screw fixation or suture button device
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could help doctors choose the best surgical method for ankle syndesmosis injuries to improve walking recovery.
- What could go wrong
- The study was terminated early with only 21 participants, so results are limited and may not apply to all patients. No clear superiority was shown between the two methods.
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Contacts and locations
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