New 4D printed cast could make wrist fracture recovery more comfortable
NCT ID NCT07350525
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a new type of cast made with 4D printing technology against the usual fibreglass cast for people with wrist fractures. 25 adults with wrist fractures were randomly assigned to receive either the 4D printed cast or a standard fibreglass cast. The goal was to see if the new cast keeps the bone in place just as well while being more comfortable and easier to live with.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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25 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Jan 2024
- Finished
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Dec 2025
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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- Ages
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21 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * \- Age ≥ 21 years * Distal radius fracture for conservative treatment within 3 weeks of initial injury Exclusion Criteria: * Concomitant injuries to the ipsilateral extremity, interfering with the treatment of the DRF (Example: concomitant elbow fracture that requires further immobilisation with a above elbow cast) * Inability to complete study forms due to any cognitive, mental issues. * Pregnant women
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Tan Tock Seng Hospital
Singapore, Singapore
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