Comparing two types of tibia fracture surgery
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study compares a standard surgery for a broken shinbone (tibia) with a newer version that allows tiny movements to help the bone heal. If you have an unstable tibia fracture that needs surgery, you may be able to join.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 or older
- You have an unstable break in your shinbone (tibia) that needs surgery
- You have not had surgery on that shinbone or its ligaments before
- You do not have an active infection or open wound where the surgery would be
- You are able to speak and understand English
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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