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New micromotion nail could speed up shinbone healing

NCT ID NCT06679049

Disease control Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 15, 2026 · Updated 6 times

Summary

This study compares a standard metal rod (nail) used to fix shinbone fractures with a new 'micromotion' nail that allows a tiny amount of movement at the break. Researchers want to see if the new nail helps bones heal faster and with fewer problems. About 100 adults with stable shin fractures will be randomly assigned to receive either the standard or micromotion nail.

What this could mean

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Active substance
micromotion intramedullary nail (a device that allows slight movement at the fracture site)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to faster and more reliable healing of shinbone fractures, reducing the need for additional surgeries.
What could go wrong
This is a relatively small, early-stage trial with only 100 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The new nail may not improve healing and could have unforeseen complications.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 100 people

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Started

Apr 2025

Expected to finish

Jan 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 85 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18 - 85 years * Stable Tibial fracture recommended for surgical intervention Exclusion Criteria: * Patients not meeting inclusion criteria * Unstable fracture patterns e.g. those needing a secondary intervention - masquelet/cement spacer) * Previously non-ambulatory patients * Delayed presentation of fracture (\>4 weeks) * Fractures that the treating surgeon indicates requires additional fixation strategies to achieve stability * Patients with an achieve infection or wound at the surgical site * Any previous ligament or fracture surgery on the index site * Inflammatory rheumatic disease or other rheumatic disease- * Immune compromised patients (hepatitis, HIV, etc.) * Unwilling or unable to participate or follow study protocol

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Conditions

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tibia fracture

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Tibial fractures

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Alabama at Birmingham Main Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Birmingham, Alabama, 35294, United States

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