Radius fracture

This study compares two types of artificial elbow joints used to replace a broken bone in the elbow that can't be fixed. About 90 patients will be randomly assigned to receive one of two implant designs. Researchers will track their elbow function, pain, and movement for two year…

This study tests whether adding a blood flow restriction (BFR) cuff to standard physical therapy helps people recover better after wrist fracture surgery. The cuff is placed on the arm during low-intensity exercises to mimic the effects of high-intensity training. Researchers wil…

This study looks at how well the ExploR Radial Head implant works over time for people who had elbow replacement surgery after an injury. Researchers will track about 93 patients to see how long the implant lasts and if any problems arise. The goal is to confirm the device is saf…

This study tests whether adding a daily supplement (vitamins D, K, C, magnesium, zinc, copper) to pulsed electromagnetic field therapy helps women aged 45-55 heal faster from a wrist fracture. Sixty women will either use the device alone or the device plus supplement for 30 days.…

This study tests a surgical technique called retrograde elastic nailing with a pollar K-wire for children aged 3-15 with hard-to-heal wrist fractures. The goal is to see if this method improves bone alignment and reduces complications. Twenty children who failed closed reduction …

This study tests a handheld device called the Osteoprobe that measures bone strength by pressing on the shinbone. Researchers want to see if it can identify women at risk for hip and wrist fractures better than standard bone density scans. About 190 women with recent fractures an…

This study tests whether using virtual reality and action observation therapy during the time a wrist or hand is in a cast can improve recovery. Participants watch first-person videos of hand movements through a VR headset and then practice those movements. The goal is to prevent…

This study tests whether remote monitoring through a secure app can safely replace in-person follow-up visits after wrist fracture surgery. Researchers will compare recovery, satisfaction, and complication rates between 160 adults who use virtual check-ins and those who attend st…

This study compares two ways to numb the wrist during a broken bone repair: a hematoma block (injecting numbing medicine into the fracture site) and a Bier block (using a tourniquet and IV numbing medicine). 500 adults with a broken wrist will be enrolled to see which method prov…

This study tests whether using a lower-pressure tourniquet during orthopedic surgeries can reduce pain and the need for opioid painkillers afterward. Standard tourniquets use high pressure, which can cause muscle weakness and pain. The experimental device sets pressure based on t…

This study looks at whether wearing a splint and going to formal physical therapy are necessary after surgery for a broken wrist. About 230 adults with a specific type of wrist fracture will be followed to see if early movement (no splint) leads to better outcomes and lower costs…

This study planned to test whether giving ear acupuncture during wrist fracture surgery could lower the amount of opioid painkillers patients need afterward. It was designed for adults aged 18–64 having a specific type of wrist repair. However, the trial was withdrawn before enro…

This study compares two recovery approaches after wrist fracture surgery: moving the wrist right away versus wearing a cast for two weeks. Researchers want to see which method helps patients return to work sooner and improves wrist function. About 240 adults aged 18-65 with a bro…

This study tests a surgical procedure called partial wrist denervation, done at the same time as standard fracture repair, to see if it reduces the chance of long-term wrist pain. Researchers are enrolling 56 adults with severe, shattered wrist fractures. The main goal is to meas…

This study tests a chatbot called 'Wrist Health' that helps elderly patients (ages 60-90) recover from wrist fractures at home. The chatbot provides exercise instructions, education, and reminders, and tracks how often patients use it. Researchers want to see if using the chatbot…

This study compares three types of local anesthesia for people with a broken wrist who need a fracture reduction in the emergency room. It aims to find which method—a nerve block, a hematoma block, or both—provides the best pain relief. About 105 adults will take part, and their …

This early-phase trial aimed to see if a nose spray sedative (dexmedetomidine) could safely and effectively sedate children aged 2–18 with a broken forearm, compared to the standard IV ketamine. The study was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled, so no data was collect…

This study looks at whether wearing a cast for 4 weeks instead of 6 weeks helps adults with a broken wrist recover just as well. About 80 adults aged 18 to 50 with a specific type of wrist fracture will be randomly assigned to either 4 or 6 weeks of casting. The main goal is to s…

This study tests whether giving patients with hand problems like carpal tunnel syndrome or trigger finger a decision aid—a booklet with clear information about their condition and treatment options—helps them feel more satisfied and less conflicted about their choices. About 126 …

This study follows about 1500 adults with hip, shin, ankle, upper arm, or wrist fractures for up to one year. Researchers collect information on healing, patient-reported symptoms, and activity patterns using questionnaires and wearable sensors. The goal is to understand recovery…

This study asks over 2,300 people with various joint conditions (like arthritis, fractures, and hip problems) to fill out surveys about their treatment preferences. Researchers want to learn how factors like pain, recovery time, cost, and surgery versus non-surgery affect patient…

This study looks at whether people can go home the same day after surgery for a broken wrist, instead of staying in the hospital overnight. Researchers will compare recovery, function, and patient satisfaction between the two groups. The goal is to see if same-day discharge is a …

This study looks at two methods for setting the pressure of a tourniquet (a tight band that stops blood flow) during surgery for a broken wrist. The goal is to see which method gives surgeons a clearer view, causes less pain, and leads to fewer complications. About 140 adults hav…

This study was designed to see if a pre-surgery meeting with an occupational therapist helps people with hand injuries or thumb arthritis recover faster and attend their therapy appointments. It planned to include adults needing surgery for a broken wrist, a cut tendon, or thumb …

This registry follows 1,000 children with long bone fractures to see how different treatments (casts, surgery, or splints) affect healing. Doctors collect data on recovery, movement, and complications over two years. The goal is to learn which treatments work best for different f…