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
- NCT02346929Recruiting
Hematoma Block for Broken Wrist Pain Relief
This trial studies an injection called a “hematoma block” to numb pain from a broken wrist (distal radius fracture). It may help reduce pain while you’re in the emergency department.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–100 - NCT02366221Enrolling by invitation
Study of long-term outcomes after complex arm or leg injuries
This study looks at how people do long-term after complex injuries to the arm or leg, after their usual care is finished. It may help doctors understand what outcomes to expect and improve future treatment planning.
Ages 18 years+ - NCT00870064Recruiting
Study of treating small open bone breaks in children
This study looks at how to treat certain small open fractures (where a bone has broken through the skin) in children using non-surgical realignment when possible. It may help doctors confirm the best early treatment approach for less severe injuries.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 3–14 - NCT07104279Recruiting
Zimmer Biomet hip implant follow-up study
This study is for people who need a hip replacement for the first time. It is testing a specific hip implant system called the Z1 Hip System and will follow patients to see how well it works over time.
Platte City, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT03545477Recruiting
Curved walking training for stroke, Parkinson's and hip fracture recovery
This study tests whether practicing walking in curved paths can help people recovering from a stroke, Parkinson's disease, or a recent hip fracture improve their balance and mobility. If you have one of these conditions and are in a rehabilitation program, this training might make everyday walking easier.
Lissone, Monza E BrianzaAges 18–90 - NCT02692092Recruiting
Records for your hip or knee replacement care
This registry collects information about people who have a hip or knee replacement at a HealthEast hospital. It helps researchers and the hospital system understand outcomes and improve care.
Saint Paul, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT04704947RecruitingPhase 3
Beta blockers and fracture risk in osteoporosis
This study tests whether using beta blocker blood pressure medicines affects the risk of fractures in people with osteoporosis. It may help doctors understand which medication choices lower fracture risk.
TantaAges 50 years+ - NCT03903510Recruiting
Virtual reality during kids’ cast removal
This trial tests whether virtual reality can help children feel calmer during cast removal after a broken arm or leg. It may make the experience less stressful while the cast is being taken off.
Saint Paul, MinnesotaAges 4–12 - NCT04869332Recruiting
Three vs four screws to fix a broken hip bone
This trial compares using three versus four screws to hold a femoral neck fracture (a break in the hip bone near the joint). It aims to see which method works better for healing and recovery after internal fixation surgery.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT03784651Recruiting
How breast cancer treatment changes metabolism and bone
This study looks at how standard breast cancer treatments affect your body’s metabolism and bones in postmenopausal people with early-stage breast cancer. It may help doctors better predict and prevent bone and metabolic side effects from treatment.
Copenhagen, DanmarkAges 50–70 - NCT05047133RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Early TXA treatment for adult hip fracture surgery
This study tests whether giving a blood-clot-reducing medicine (TXA) early after an adult hip fracture helps reduce bleeding and related problems around surgery. It may help some patients getting operative fixation by improving safety during recovery.
Grand Blanc, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT04370626Recruiting
Study of surgery outcomes for perilunate wrist injuries
This trial looks at how well treatment works for people with a perilunate wrist injury. You may be asked to follow a specific care plan after surgery, including therapy, check-in visits, and questionnaires.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 14–120 - NCT05624164Recruiting
Microfracture surgery to help rotator cuff tears heal
This trial studies a specific surgical technique (microfracture) to help the rotator cuff heal after repair. You might be eligible if you have a rotator cuff tear of a certain size on MRI and have not improved with non-surgical treatments.
Nantong, JiangsuAges 18–65 - NCT05734651Recruiting
Study of PROMIS stem in hip replacement patients
This study looks at people who had a hip replacement (total hip arthroplasty) using the PROMIS stem. The goal is to evaluate how this specific hip part performs in real-world use.
Sankt Johann in Tirol, TyrolAges 18 years+ - NCT05574582Recruiting
Keyhole versus open surgery for an unhealed scaphoid bone
This study compares two surgical approaches—keyhole surgery versus open surgery—for scaphoid fractures that are not healing on their own. It aims to see which approach better helps the scaphoid heal after a delay or complete non-healing.
HellerupAges 18–68 - NCT06077942Recruiting
FX shoulder replacement study
This study looks at how well FX shoulder replacement devices work for people who received them between 2018 and 2023. It helps doctors learn more about the outcomes of these implants.
Gilbert, ArizonaAges Any age - NCT06245993Recruiting
Leg shape after thigh-bone fracture in young children treated with traction
This study looks at how children's legs heal after a thigh bone break that was treated with gentle skin traction. It helps doctors understand if any lasting shape changes happen, and why that matters for your child's future growth.
AmiensAges Up to 6 years - NCT07867899Recruiting
Preventing confusion after hip fracture surgery
This study tests whether a medication called dexmedetomidine, given during or after hip fracture surgery, can help prevent confusion (delirium) that sometimes occurs in older patients after surgery. If you are 65 or older and having hip fracture surgery, this treatment might help you recover more clearly.
AarhusAges 65 years+ - NCT05060614Recruiting
Testing spinal fluid in people with acute hip fractures
This study checks spinal fluid to learn more about delirium (confusion that comes on suddenly) in people with a recent hip fracture. The results may help doctors better understand and treat delirium after hip surgery or injury.
Oslo, OtherAges Any age - NCT06249906Recruiting
Bioceramic material for bone defect repair
This trial tests a new bioceramic material to repair bone defects. It is for adults aged 18 to 65 who are generally healthy and can follow the study plan.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–65 - NCT06365112RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Endoscopic surgery for hip socket fractures
This trial tests a minimally invasive, endoscopic (camera-guided) surgery to fix fractures of the hip socket (acetabulum). It may help people with this type of hip fracture recover with less pain and shorter hospital stays.
TampereAges 18 years+ - NCT07850570Recruiting
Custom jaw plates for jaw fracture repair
This trial tests two types of custom-made plates used to fix broken jawbones. One is titanium (a strong metal) and the other is PEEK (a medical plastic). Both are shaped to fit your jaw. The goal is to help the bone heal properly after surgery.
Al Mansurah, Dakahlia GovernorateAges 18–50 - NCT07845136Recruiting
Riddles to reduce pain and fear during child cast placement
This study tests whether solving riddles during cast placement helps children feel less pain, fear, and anxiety. It is a simple, non-drug approach that may make the experience more comfortable for your child.
Kilis, CentralAges 6–12 - NCT07828080Recruiting
Hip replacement using a newer stem design
This study looks at how well a newer type of hip replacement stem (called the Actis stem) works for people having their first hip replacement. It aims to see if this stem provides good outcomes for various hip conditions.
Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-doAges 18 years+
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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.