CT scan for diagnosing wrist instability
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study tests whether a CT scan can help doctors diagnose a specific type of wrist instability (scapholunate instability) more accurately. It looks at how well this imaging method works for adults, which might lead to better diagnosis and treatment planning.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years old or older.
- You cannot have any broken bones or other injuries in the wrist area.
- You cannot have any serious nerve-related or mental health conditions.
- You must not have had any previous problems in the same wrist.
- You must not have a history of substance abuse.
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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