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New treatment option for Tibial Fractures
Official title Comparison of Healing Measures Tibial Fractures Following Standard Intramedullary Nailing or Micromotion Tibial Intramedullary Nailing
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06679049
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The primary purpose of this study is to perform a high-quality randomized control trial comparing intramedullary tibial nail fixation with standard design nails to a micromotion tibial nail device, to evaluate the rates of union and post-operative outcomes.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 85
You may be able to join if
- Age 18 - 85 years
- Stable Tibial fracture recommended for surgical intervention
You likely can't join if
- 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
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age 18 - 85 years
- Stable Tibial fracture recommended for surgical intervention
- 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
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Birmingham, Alabama, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 85 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Birmingham, Alabama, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.