View clinical trials related to Distal Radius Fractures.
Filter by:The management of distal radius fractures has been in a state of evolution over the past 30 years. Treatment has become increasingly focused on obtaining a stable, internal construct for quick return to normal, daily activities. With the advent of volar locking plates, the wrist fracture is stable before the patient leaves the operating room. As surgical plate and screw constructs become more stable, the need for casting and splinting may be less. The presumptive "next step" in operative management of distal radius fractures is to do away with the postoperative splint. A review of the available English language literature failed to reveal any studies evaluating the use of postoperative splinting and patient outcomes. This prospective, randomized study was designed to investigate the use of temporary plaster splints versus removable over-the-counter splits versus soft dressings for post-operative treatment of extra-articular and intra-articular distal radius fractures. The patients will be followed for 12 months evaluating maintenance of fracture reduction and patient outcomes.
Amorphical has a strong basis to believe that the Amorphous Calcium Carbonate (ACC) product has an effect on active mineralization during bone remodelling hence, it has a potential to accelerate fracture healing process. The active mineralization can most probably be attributed to the mineral component of this substance. The distal radius fracture was chosen as the model to test the effects of ACC treatment because it includes both trabecular and cortical bone, is accessible for radiographs, has little soft tissue that can distort the radiograph, and is amenable to multiple functional endpoints. Primary objective: To assess the efficacy of treatment with calcium from ACC compared to placebo on radiographic healing time in subjects with distal radius fractures. Secondary objectives: - To evaluate the effect of ACC compared to placebo on the improvement in wrist functional outcome following distal radius fracture. - To evaluate the safety profile of ACC in this population
Primary objective of the study is to demonstrate specific indications for the surgical treatment of distal radius fractures using the locking compression plate.