Pinning versus splinting for finger fractures
Treatments studied
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study compares two ways to treat certain finger bone fractures: using a small pin through the skin or using a splint. It also looks at early movement to help prevent stiffness and improve hand function.
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Who can take part
- You have a fracture in the base bone of finger 2 to 5
- Your fracture is not older than 2 weeks
- After the bone is put back in place, the alignment is within limits (not too crooked)
- The break is not within a joint with a large surface step (more than 1 mm)
- You do not have an open fracture or other finger injuries (like tendon/nerve damage) or other broken bones in the hand
- You are at least 18 years old and can follow follow-up visits and instructions
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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