Ankle fracture treatment in children
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial compares non-surgical treatments for children with a first-time ankle fracture. It aims to find which treatment works best for healing and recovery.
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Who can take part
- You must be between 5 and 12 years old
- You must have a first-time ankle injury with a small fracture seen on an X-ray or other imaging
- You must be enrolled within 14 days of the injury
- You and your parent or guardian must speak English or Spanish
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