Mini-anchor vs pull-out suture for finger ligament repair
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study compares two ways to repair a torn volar plate (the ligament on the palm side of the finger) after a closed injury. It tests whether a small internal anchor or a suture that comes out through the skin works better for healing.
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Who can take part
- You must be between 18 and 55 years old.
- You have a closed injury (skin not broken) affecting only the volar plate — a ligament on the palm side of the finger.
- You cannot have nerve, blood vessel, or tendon damage in that finger.
- You have not had any previous surgeries on the same finger.
- You must be willing to come for follow-up visits and follow a rehab program.
Quick eligibility check
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