Clinical trials: Upper Extremity Fractures
Distal Radius Fracture
Randomized Controlled Trial Assessing the Effect of Dexamethasone on Postoperative Function After Distal Radius Fixation
The study is designed to assess the use of intraoperative dexamethasone on postoperative analgesia and stiffness after open reduction and internal fixation of distal radius fractures.
- Trial name
- NCT04889547
- Testing
- Dexamethasone, No dexamethasone
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 70 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Northwell Health
Distal Radius Fracture, Scaphoid Fracture
Use of Digital Tomosynthesis for Detection and Case Management of Scaphoid and Distal Radius Fractures: A VolumeRAD Data Collection Study
The study described herein is being conducted to collect clinical data associated with diagnosis and treatment information using the VolumeRAD advanced application.
- Trial name
- NCT03856450
- Testing
- DTS, X-ray, MRI or CT
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 140 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- GE Healthcare
Distal Humerus Fracture, Distal Femur Fracture
3D-printed Bone Models in Addition to CT Imaging for Intra-articular Fracture Repair
The purpose of this study is to compare the effectiveness of 3D-printed bone models in addition to CT imaging versus CT imaging alone on surgical quality and operation time for patients undergoing surgical repair of…
- Conditions
- Distal Humerus Fracture, Distal Femur Fracture, Distal Tibia Fracture, Proximal Humeral Fracture
- Trial name
- SPRINT (NCT04748016)
- Testing
- 3D printed (3DP) bone models + CT imaging, CT imaging
- Where
- Hong Kong
- Volunteers
- 80 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- The University of Hong Kong
Distal Radius Fractures
Immobilization of Postoperative Distal Radius Fractures
The management of distal radius fractures has been in a state of evolution over the past 30 years. Treatment has become increasingly focused on obtaining a stable, internal construct for quick return to normal, daily activities.
- Trial name
- NCT02802774
- Testing
- Plaster Splint, Velcro Brace, Soft Dressing
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 20 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of California, San Francisco
Distal Radius Fractures
Do Generic Volar Locking Plates Provide Similar Outcomes at a Reduced Cost?
Across orthopedics, the investigators will be using the generic volar locking plates for patients undergoing open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) of the distal radius using a block schedule, meaning one month we the…
- Trial name
- NCT06343467
- Testing
- Generic Volar Locking Plate, Conventional Volar Locking Plate
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 101 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- HealthPartners Institute
Ankle Fractures, Swelling
Effect of Cool Spray and Cold Packs in Reducing Preoperative Edema and Pain in Ankle Fractures in Ubonratchathani
The use of evaporative coolants in the management of acute musculoskeletal injury has received increasing attention recently. However, its efficacy compared with conventional cryotherapy in treating injured human subjects remains…
- Conditions
- Ankle Fractures, Swelling, Cryotherapy Effect
- Trial name
- 3-armRCT (NCT06293209)
- Testing
- 3M cold pack, Perskindol cold spray
- Where
- Thailand
- Volunteers
- 90 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Thai Traditional Medical Knowledge Fund
Distal Radius Fracture
Fixation of Comminuted Distal Radius Fracture
comparison between different methods in fixation of comminuted distal radius fractures
- Trial name
- NCT04798846
- Testing
- dorsal plating
- Where
- Egypt
- Volunteers
- 30 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Sohag University
Buckle Fracture, Patient Satisfaction
Home Management of Pediatric Buckle Fractures
The goal of this clinical trial is to determine if a home management plan incorporating video education can effectively replace in-person visits for children aged 7-17 diagnosed with distal radius buckle fractures.
- Trial name
- HM-PBF (NCT06633094)
- Testing
- Educational videos
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 46 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Carilion Clinic
Distal Radius Fractures
Effectiveness of Closed Kinetic Chain Exercises in Distal Radius Fracture
The aim of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of closed kinetic chain exercises during the physiotherapy and rehabilitation process following the healing of a distal radius fracture.
- Trial name
- NCT06811480
- Testing
- Conventional Physiotherapy, Closed Kinetic Chain Exercise
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 20 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- burak menek
Postoperative Pain, Carpal Tunnel Release
Pain Outcomes of Intra-operative IV Tylenol and/or IV Toradol for Carpal Tunnel and Distal Radius Fracture Surgeries
The purpose of this study is to determine the efficacy of intra-operative administration of IV tylenol and/or IV toradol in minimizing post-operative pain for carpal tunnel patients and distal radius fracture patients.
- Conditions
- Postoperative Pain, Carpal Tunnel Release, Distal Radius Fracture
- Trial name
- NCT02313675
- Testing
- Acetaminophen, Ketorolac Tromethamine, Saline
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 44 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- John Fowler
Radius Fractures
Young Goalkeeper's Fracture: Radiographic Findings
The aim of this project is to evaluate retrospectively goalkeeper's fractures in children using the children fracture classification and to evaluate the distal radius tilt angle of the growth plate on plain radiographs of the…
- Trial name
- Goalkeeper (NCT02840188)
- Testing
- Radius tilt angle
- Where
- Switzerland
- Volunteers
- 179 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern
Elbow Injury, Elbow Fracture
Pocket Sized Ultrasound (PsUS) and Pediatric Elbow Fractures
The main purpose of this project is to investigate the accuracy of pocket-sized ultrasound (PsUS) in the diagnosis of pediatric elbow fractures.
- Trial name
- NCT05870345
- Testing
- Butterfly IQ
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 35 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Chicago
Wrist Osteoarthritis, Wrist Fracture
Barriers and Facilitators in Radiographic Devices and Imaging
This study aims to understand factors that may influence the implementation of a wrist-specific radiographic positioning device in healthcare settings across the United States and Canada.
- Conditions
- Wrist Osteoarthritis, Wrist Fracture, Wrist Injury
- Trial name
- NCT07766239
- Testing
- Survey using a questionnaire.
- Volunteers
- 500 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Western University
Distal Radius Fracture, Distal Radius Fracture Fixation
Enhancing Patient Engagement and Communication Through the Use of 3-Dimensional Printed Surgical Wrist Anatomy Models
Single blinded Randomised Controlled Trial - standardised 3-Dimensional printed 1:1 distal radius fracture configuration - 60 patients.
- Trial name
- NCT07872488
- Testing
- 3D printed Distal Radius Fracture Model
- Where
- United Kingdom
- Volunteers
- 60 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Imperial College London
Elbow Fractures
Efficacy of the Buzzy System on Pain and Fear Reduction in Elbow Fracture Pin Removal
The goal of this study is to determine if the Buzzy System, a vibrating ice pack shaped like a bee reduces pain in removal of elbow fracture pin.
- Trial name
- NCT07520851
- Testing
- Flash Cards, Buzzy Ice pack
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 75 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Oklahoma
Humeral Fractures
Treatment of Proximal Humerus Fractures in the Elderly
This study is set to evaluate a proposed standard for the treatment of proximal humerus fractures
- Trial name
- prox_hum (NCT02566018)
- Testing
- treatment/medical device, standard
- Where
- Switzerland
- Volunteers
- 160 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University Hospital, Basel, Switzerland
Distal Radius Fracture, Osteoporosis
Utility of Cortical Bone Tissue Properties in the Assessment of Fracture Risk
The objective of this study is to determine whether a new minimally invasive method for in vivo measurement of cortical bone tissue properties can identify those who are at risk for fragility fractures of the hip and radius.
- Conditions
- Distal Radius Fracture, Osteoporosis, Hip Fractures
- Trial name
- NCT03076034
- Testing
- Reference Point Indentation
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 190 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Distal Radius Fractures, Survey
Predicting Outcomes of Distal Radius Fractures: a Surgeon Survey
The goal of this surgeon survey is to find out if orthopedic and trauma surgeons can predict outcomes in older adults with distal radius fractures.
- Conditions
- Distal Radius Fractures, Survey, Distal Radius Fracture
- Trial name
- SSDART (NCT05942950)
- Where
- Netherlands
- Volunteers
- 200 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- JointResearch
Colles' Fracture
Low-level Laser Therapy in Distal Radius Fractures
Conservative treatment of distal radius fracture is immobilisation with cast for 4-6 weeks. After removing the cast, it is common to still have pain, swelling and reduced mobility in the wrist.
- Trial name
- NCT03014024
- Testing
- Low-Level Laser Therapy
- Where
- Norway
- Volunteers
- 50 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Bergen
Colles' Fracture
Low-level Laser Therapy in Wrist Fractures
Approximately 15,000 persons in Norway suffer from wrist fractures during a year, making it the most prevalent fracture in this country. Treated conservatively, a cast is used for 4-6 weeks before removal.
- Trial name
- NCT02749929
- Testing
- Low level laser therapy
- Where
- Norway
- Volunteers
- 53 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Bergen