Cast Immobilization for Non-Displaced Scaphoid Fractures

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Conditions studied: Non-displaced Scaphoid Fractures

In brief

This trial is trying to understand if immobilization of the thumb after a non-displaced scaphoid fracture affects recovery. The standard of care overseas is a cast that allows for free movement of the thumb, and in the United States it is a cast that immobilizes the thumb. This study is attempting to understand if there is a difference.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT00916539

Run by

Massachusetts General Hospital

People needed

62

Starts

2007-07-01

Expected to finish

2013-12-01

Last updated by the study team

2017-04-12

Who can join

Age: 18 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• 18 years or older
• Isolated fracture of the scaphoid
• No displacement of the scaphoid fracture on CT scan

You may not qualify if…

• Associated ipsilateral ligament injury or fracture
• Pregnant Patient

Where it is running

• Massachusettes General Hospital — Boston, Massachusetts, United States

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