Simple splint might ease wrist fracture pain in the ER

NCT ID NCT07553000

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Region Skane Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether adding a lightweight SAM splint to usual pain relief helps adults with suspected wrist fractures feel less pain while waiting for X-rays in the emergency department. About 120 participants with moderate to severe pain will be randomly assigned to get a splint or not. Researchers will compare pain scores, painkiller use, and any problems like X-ray interference or splint side effects.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: SAM splint (a lightweight, moldable aluminum splint)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could show that adding a simple splint to usual pain relief helps ease pain while waiting for X-ray results.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 120 participants. The splint may not provide extra pain relief and could interfere with X-ray images or cause minor side effects.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Acute Pain radius fracture Wrist Fractures Wrist Injuries

As listed by the trial registrant

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

PAIN, ACUTE WRIST FRACTURE WRIST INJURIES

Contacts and locations

Locations

Emergency department, Malmö university hospital
RECRUITING

Malmö, 20502, Sweden

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