Leg shape after thigh-bone fracture in young children treated with traction
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
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.
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Who can take part
- Your child was younger than 6 years old when the thigh bone broke.
- The break was in the main part of the thigh bone (femur) and only on one side.
- Your child was treated with skin traction (a gentle pull using tape or a belt) in a straight-up position.
- Your child did not have any other broken bones at the same time.
- The fracture was not caused by a disease (like a bone tumor).
- Your child had never broken a leg bone before this injury.
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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