Comparing two types of intramedullary nails for healing tibial fractures

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study aims to compare the effectiveness of standard intramedullary nails versus a micromotion tibial nail device in treating stable tibial fractures. It is a randomized control trial that will evaluate the rates of bone union and post-operative outcomes in patients undergoing surgical intervention. Participants will be monitored for their recovery and healing progress following the different fixation methods. The goal is to determine which method provides better results in terms of healing and recovery.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age 18 - 85 years
* Stable Tibial fracture recommended for surgical intervention

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients not meeting inclusion criteria
* Unstable fracture patterns e.g. those needing a secondary intervention - masquelet/cement spacer)
* Previously non-ambulatory patients
* Delayed presentation of fracture (\>4 weeks)
* Fractures that the treating surgeon indicates requires additional fixation strategies to achieve stability
* Patients with an achieve infection or wound at the surgical site
* Any previous ligament or fracture surgery on the index site
* Inflammatory rheumatic disease or other rheumatic disease-
* Immune compromised patients (hepatitis, HIV, etc.)
* Unwilling or unable to participate or follow study protocol

Where it's running

• University of Alabama at Birmingham Main Hospital
  Birmingham, Alabama, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Joseph Johnson, MD — University of Alabama at Birmingham
• Study coordinator: Joseph Johnson, MD
• Email: jpjohnso@uab.edu
• Phone: 205-934-1041

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.