Management of upper arm fractures in adults
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial is testing different ways to treat a broken upper arm bone (proximal humerus fracture) in adults. It compares treatment options to see which works best for healing and recovery.
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Who can take part
- You are an adult (18 or older).
- You broke your upper arm within the past week.
- Your break is one of the specific types that the trial covers (your doctor can confirm this).
- Your body mass index (BMI) is lower than 40.
- You do not have other serious injuries, nerve damage, or an open fracture.
- You are able to understand and follow rehabilitation 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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