Which ER splint hurts less? new study puts two Arm-Bone braces to the test
NCT ID NCT05118087
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at 80 adults with a broken upper arm bone (humeral shaft fracture) to see which initial ER treatment is more comfortable: a pre-made fracture brace or a traditional splint. Over two weeks, researchers tracked pain levels, painkiller use, and skin problems. The goal was to find out which method helps patients feel better sooner.
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Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
Queens, New York, 11418, United States
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NYU Langone Health
New York, New York, 10016, United States
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NYU Winthrop Hospital
Garden City, New York, 11530, United States
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