Clinical trials
Fracture clinical trials
Below are recruiting fracture clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 501 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT02635022Recruiting
Care plan plus bone-medicine monitoring after a fracture
This study tests a structured care service to help people manage osteoporosis after a new bone fragility fracture. It aims to improve how you take bone-protecting medicines and to make sure treatment is followed and monitored over time.
HsinchuAges 50 years+ - NCT05206981Recruiting
Registry of an implanted bone-stabilizing device after trauma
This trial tracks outcomes after doctors implant the IlluminOss bone-stabilizing device for traumatic injuries. It helps researchers understand how the device performs and how well patients heal over follow-up visits, including scans.
Mobile, AlabamaAges 50 years+ - NCT05156749Recruiting
Short vs long casts for certain forearm fractures in kids
This study compares short-arm versus long-arm fiberglass casts to see which one works best for healing certain forearm bone injuries in children. It may help families choose a cast type that supports proper healing while aiming for comfort and safe recovery.
ZurichAges 4–16 - NCT05131672Recruiting
Casting vs surgery for elbow bone fractures in children
This study compares two treatments—casting or an operation—for a specific elbow fracture in children. It aims to see which approach works best for healing and recovery after a recent fracture.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 7–17 - NCT05131685Recruiting
Child wrist fracture study comparing treatment for certain breaks
This study looks at treatment for children’s wrist (distal radius) fractures that are very displaced but not involving the growth plate. It may help doctors find the best way to reset and stabilize the bone when the fracture is recent.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 4–10 - NCT05091645Recruiting
Testing a Greek version of a frailty screening for hip fracture patients
This trial checks whether a translated and culturally adapted questionnaire (called the Groningen Frailty Indicator) works well for people age 65+ who have a hip fracture and are having surgery. It may help care teams better understand frailty and plan support after surgery.
LarissaAges 65 years+ - NCT04928300RecruitingPhase 3
Low-dose pain medicine vs saline for broken ribs
This Phase 3 study tests whether low-dose dexmedetomidine (a calming/pain-related medicine used during anesthesia or ICU care) works better than normal saline to reduce hard-to-control rib fracture pain. It may help people with multiple broken ribs who still have significant pain despite other treatments.
Asyut, AssuitAges 18–65 - NCT04937868Recruiting
Guiding CT scans for belly and pelvis injuries after blunt trauma
This study looks at how to make a better decision tool for when to order a CT scan of the belly and pelvis after a blunt injury in the emergency department. It aims to help clinicians choose the right patients for imaging during the first evaluation.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT04868305Recruiting
Compare two surgery types for unstable hip fractures
This trial compares an intramedullary nail versus a hip replacement for unstable hip fractures. It may help guide which operation works best to restore walking and function after injury.
StavangerAges 65–120 - NCT04787679Recruiting
CT-planned testing to improve hip fracture and replacement care
This study uses your routine pre-surgery CT scan to study a broken or replacement hip bone with computer modeling and lab-style analysis. It aims to help doctors better understand bone healing and improve how hip fractures and replacements are handled.
Miano, MilanoAges 18 years+ - NCT04842266Recruiting
Light treatment to stabilize pelvic fractures and reduce pain
This trial studies a device called IlluminOss that uses light to help stabilize pelvic fractures and treat pain. It is for people whose pelvic fracture is caused by cancer-related bone damage or frailty, and who already have the IlluminOss pelvic implant planned as part of standard care.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 21 years+ - NCT04730622Recruiting
Studying muscle and bone changes after a hip fracture
This study looks at how bone health and muscle strength (“osteosarcopenia” — loss of both bone and muscle) change after a hip fracture in older adults. It may help doctors understand who is at higher risk and how to better support recovery after hip surgery.
BolognaAges 65 years+ - NCT04743765Recruiting
Faster hip fracture care for people with heart stress signs
This study looks at an “accelerated” hospital plan to get surgery and treatment started sooner for some people with a hip fracture who also show signs of heart stress in blood tests. It may help reduce delays and improve safety during urgent hip fracture care.
Chandler, ArizonaAges 45 years+ - NCT04640727Enrolling by invitation
Surgery comparison for rotated elbow fractures in children
This trial compares two surgical methods for children with a specific type of rotated, fully shifted outer elbow fracture. It aims to find which approach works better for healing and restoring elbow function.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 1–18 - NCT04494672Recruiting
Testing navigation-guided surgery for broken hip fractures
This study checks whether using a navigation system during surgery for certain hip (upper thigh bone) fractures can make the operation better. You may be eligible if you need a specific type of hip fracture surgery and meet the age and imaging requirements.
LuganoAges 50–85 - NCT04523415Recruiting
CT-based study of displaced upper arm bone fractures
This trial is studying people age 17+ with a recently fractured upper arm bone near the shoulder, using CT scans and 3D planning. It may help doctors improve how these fractures are evaluated and treated after injury.
Shijiazhuang, HebeiAges 17 years+ - NCT04589819Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Teriparatide for tibia stress fracture recovery for duty
This trial tests teriparatide, a medication that helps build bone, to see if it can speed recovery and help certain enlisted Army members return to training duty after a tibia bone injury. You may be asked to self-administer the medication while you recover and take part in study follow-ups.
Columbia, South CarolinaAges Any age - NCT04389749Recruiting
Continuous passive motion after certain hip or leg fractures
This trial studies whether a device that gently moves your leg helps recovery after surgery for specific hip or knee fractures. It may help with healing and getting you back to moving more comfortably sooner, compared with not using the device.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT04323410Recruiting
Compare two ways to fix children’s forearm bone fractures
This study compares two surgical methods—casting versus percutaneous pinning—to treat certain distal (near the wrist) forearm fractures in children. It aims to find which method works best for healing and function, especially in specific fracture types.
HelsinkiAges Up to 10 years - NCT03966027Recruiting
Early vs late weight bearing after ankle surgery in diabetes
This trial compares two rehabilitation plans after ankle surgery: starting weight bearing sooner versus later. It may help people with diabetes heal safely and reduce complications related to healing and foot sensation.
Columbia, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT03696199RecruitingPhase 4
Test better pain control after ankle fracture surgery
This trial studies a pain-control approach (a kind of nerve block) to see if it can reduce pain after surgery for certain ankle fractures. It may help you feel more comfortable while your ankle heals after an operation.
Burlington, MassachusettsAges 18–89 - NCT03652753RecruitingPhase 4
NAC injection during staged surgery for pilon fractures
This study looks at whether injecting N-acetylcysteine (NAC) into the joint during staged surgery can improve care for certain high-energy pilon fractures. It may help support healing where the joint is involved.
Columbia, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT03713853Recruiting
Compare hip surgery methods for new pelvic bone fractures
This study compares two ways of fixing a recently broken acetabulum (the hip socket): one method keeps/repairs the socket (ORIF) and the other replaces it (THA). It aims to find which surgery approach leads to better outcomes for people who can have surgery soon after the injury.
Toronto, OntarioAges 60 years+ - NCT03178799Enrolling by invitation
Fracture care program to prevent future bone fractures
This trial tests a structured “fracture liaison service” program to help people after a new hip or spine (vertebral) fracture avoid additional fractures. It aims to improve long-term follow-up care over the next 10 years.
TaipeiAges 50–100
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for fracture?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 501 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.