New hydrogel could prevent tendon ruptures after wrist surgery

NCT ID NCT04976335

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests a special dissolvable hydrogel placed between the metal plate and tendons during wrist fracture repair. The goal is to see if it helps tendons move more smoothly and reduces the chance of tendon rupture. Fifty adults having wrist fracture surgery will be randomly assigned to receive the hydrogel or standard care, and their hand and wrist movement will be measured over time.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: bioresorbable hydrogel membrane (Versawrap)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could reduce tendon scarring and rupture after wrist fracture surgery, improving hand movement and recovery.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early study with only 50 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The hydrogel is a new device and its long-term safety and effectiveness are not yet proven.

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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.

DISTAL RADIUS FRACTURE TENDON RUPTURE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Denver Health Hospital
RECRUITING

Denver, Colorado, 80204, United States
University of Colorado Health Hospital
RECRUITING

Aurora, Colorado, 80045, United States

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