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New treatment option for Flexor Tendon Injury
Official title Registry-randomized Comparison of Rehabilitation Regimens After Flexor Tendon Injury in the Thumb
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06836349
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Flexor tendon injuries in the thumb occur across all ages and genders. Each year, approximately 400 patients undergo surgery for a flexor tendon injury in Sweden.
- 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 15 and older
You may be able to join if
- Complete laceration of the thumb flexor tendon (Flexor Pollicis Longus; FPL) within zone 1 and 2.
- Age over 15 years. Minors (\<18 years) are considered to have sufficient maturity to understand the implications of the research.
- Swedish-speaking / able to understand spoken and written Swedish. Surgery performed within 14 days from the time of injury.
You likely can't join if
- Tendon injury with a defect requiring tendon grafting. Another complete tendon injury in the same hand. Extensive associated injuries, such as...
- Patient declines follow-up in the HAKIR quality registry. Wound infection making early active motion therapy inappropriate.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Linköping, Sweden
- Örebro, Sweden
- Stockholm, Sweden
- Umeå, Sweden
- Uppsala, Sweden
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, 15 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Linköping, Sweden; Örebro, Sweden; Stockholm, Sweden; Umeå, Sweden; Uppsala, Sweden. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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