Cast vs. pin for wrist fracture recovery
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial compares two ways to treat a broken wrist (Colles' fracture): using a cast alone versus using a small metal pin (K-wire) plus a cast. The goal is to see which method helps you regain better function.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 60 years old.
- You have a broken wrist that is closed (the bone did not poke through the skin).
- The injury happened less than a week ago.
- You are willing to give your consent to be in the study.
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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