Clinical trials
Fracture clinical trials
Below are recruiting fracture clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 506 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06078371Recruiting
Opioid-free pain treatment after broken bone surgery
This study compares standard pain treatment using opioids to a new opioid-free pain block for people who had surgery for broken bones. The goal is to find safer, non-addictive ways to manage pain after trauma.
Kansas City, KansasAges 18 years+ - NCT06658379Recruiting
Can a blood test tell if your broken bone will heal quickly?
This study looks at a specific type of immune cell in your blood to see if it can predict how well a broken bone heals. If you have a certain broken bone and are getting surgery to fix it, you may be able to help find new ways to improve recovery.
Münster, North Rhine-WestphaliaAges 18–80 - NCT05555459Recruiting
Testing a screw system for foot and ankle surgery
This study checks how safe and well an “Inion CompressOn” screw system works during foot and ankle operations. It may help patients by improving how surgeons fix bones while also collecting safety and recovery information.
TampereAges 18 years+ - NCT04299022Recruiting
Study of ViviGen bone graft for fracture healing
This study follows people who are treated with a bone graft called ViviGen to help heal fractures, delayed healing, or non-healing (“non-union”) bone problems. The goal is to check how safe it is and how well it works in real-world orthopaedic care.
Orlando, FloridaAges Any age - NCT05445960Recruiting
Tourniquet use during ankle surgery and recovery outcomes
This study looks at whether using a tourniquet during ankle fracture surgery affects healing, leg movement, and patient-reported recovery. It may help doctors choose the safest, most comfortable approach for surgery.
Portland, OregonAges 18–89 - NCT07552766RecruitingPhase 4
Lidocaine infusion to reduce opioid use in arm fracture surgery
This study tests whether giving a pain-relieving medication called lidocaine through an IV during arm fracture surgery can reduce how much opioid pain medication (like morphine) children need after surgery. The goal is to help manage pain better while using fewer opioids.
Wilmington, DelawareAges 3–18 - NCT05785182Recruiting
Scans with eye imaging for open and infected broken bones
This trial studies a special scan technique (using light from an eye camera) to look at healing in open fractures that are infected. It may help doctors better monitor how these difficult injuries respond to treatment.
Lebanon, New HampshireAges 18 years+ - NCT04163172Recruiting
Compare two surgeries for broken lower arm elbow bone
This trial compares two operations—partial elbow replacement versus a hardware repair—for certain types of distal humeral (lower upper-arm) fractures. It may help find which approach leads to better healing and arm function after injury.
CopenhagenAges 50 years+ - NCT05413707Recruiting
CT-measured ankle fracture study for specific break pattern
This study looks at adults with a specific type of ankle fracture involving the back part of the ankle bone (posterior malleolus) plus a certain side fracture. It uses CT scan measurements to guide how the fracture is classified and studied, and it requires you to be willing and able to follow study instructions.
Bergen, VestlandAges 18–65 - NCT06678438RecruitingPhase 4
Nerve block vs. hematoma block for wrist fracture realignment
This study compares two ways to numb your arm before a doctor moves your broken wrist back into place: one is a nerve block (injection near the shoulder), and the other is a hematoma block (injection into the fracture site). The goal is to see which method works better for pain relief during the procedure.
Hillerød, Capital RegionAges 18 years+ - NCT07429344Recruiting
Ultrasound test to spot elbow fractures in kids 5-15
This trial checks if a simple bedside ultrasound can safely rule out fractures in children and teens who hurt their elbow. It aims to reduce unnecessary X-rays and stress for young patients and their families.
AmbergAges 5–15 - NCT06850857Enrolling by invitation
Validating IMPACT for facial injury recovery
This trial is testing a tool (IMPACT) to better understand recovery after facial injuries. If you recently had a broken facial bone or soft tissue injury to your face, this study could help improve care for others like you.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07783529Recruiting
Comparing two surgical methods for teenage shinbone fractures
This study compares two surgical methods for fixing a certain type of shinbone fracture in teenagers: using flexible nails (elastic nailing) versus a metal plate and screws. If you are a teen with this specific fracture, joining could help doctors learn which approach leads to better healing and recovery.
Sohag, Sohag GovernorateAges 10–16 - NCT07528092Recruiting
Pinning methods for broken metatarsal bones in the foot
This trial compares two surgical techniques for fixing broken bones in the middle of the foot (metatarsals). If your fracture couldn't stay in place with a cast alone, this study tests which pinning method works better for healing and foot function.
SohagAges 18–65 - NCT04663893Recruiting
Study of fractures around implants after injury or surgery
This study looks at how often certain shoulder, elbow, hip, and knee fractures happen around orthopedic hardware (implants), and how they affect recovery and outcomes. Results may help doctors choose better treatment and predict risks for patients with these fracture types.
BarcelonaAges 18 years+ - NCT05792189Recruiting
Knee fracture surgery: plates vs knee replacement for older adults
This trial compares two ways to treat certain lower-thigh (distal femur) fractures near the knee: using plates/screws or doing a knee replacement. It aims to see which option works better for recovery and long-term outcomes.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 55–100 - NCT06085586Recruiting
Fibulink implant for ankle fracture with torn ligament, early weight bearing
This trial tests a new surgical implant system (Fibulink) for repairing a torn ligament between the shin bones (syndesmosis) along with an ankle fracture. The goal is to allow you to put weight on your foot earlier than usual after surgery.
Brooklyn, New YorkAges 22 years+ - NCT06438640Recruiting
My Anesthesia Choice for Hip Fracture Surgery
This trial tests a new way to help you and your doctor talk about anesthesia options before your hip fracture surgery. The goal is to see if this approach improves your experience and recovery.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 50 years+ - NCT06455085Recruiting
Preventing future fractures after a bone break
This study aims to help adults over 50 who had a recent bone fracture (from a minor fall) get better follow-up care to prevent future fractures. You will work with a nurse or coordinator to connect with your primary care doctor and learn about bone health options.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 50 years+ - NCT07212036Recruiting
Ultrasound for elbow fractures in children
This study uses ultrasound, a sound-wave imaging tool, to diagnose elbow fractures in children. It aims to see if ultrasound works as well as X-rays, so your child might avoid radiation.
Orlando, FloridaAges Up to 18 years - NCT07221019RecruitingPhase 4
Pain relief after leg injury: single shot vs. continuous numbing
This study compares two ways to manage pain after a leg injury: a single injection of a long-lasting numbing medicine (Exparel) versus a small tube that delivers numbing medicine for a few days (catheter). It is for people who have not used strong painkillers before and have a closed leg fracture.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07351123Recruiting
Pelvic fracture treatment study for older adults
This study compares different ways to treat a specific type of pelvic fracture in adults 60 and older. It aims to find which treatment works best for healing and recovery.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 60 years+ - NCT07473947Recruiting
Study of bioabsorbable screws for ankle, knee, and elbow fractures in kids
This trial tests a special screw that dissolves over time to fix broken bones in the ankle, knee, or elbow. It may help children and teens avoid a second surgery to remove metal screws.
TurkuAges Up to 17 years - NCT07538323Recruiting
Wrist Strengthening Exercise Program After Fracture
This trial compares a structured wrist strengthening exercise program (WISE) to standard care advice for people recovering from a broken wrist (distal radius fracture). The goal is to see if guided exercises help reduce pain and improve how well your wrist works.
Aarhus NAges 50 years+
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Fracture trials by state
Studies with a site anywhere in these states.
Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for fracture?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 506 recruiting fracture studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a fracture trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a fracture trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.