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NCT Number: NCT01912365

Splinting Versus Casting for Type I Supracondylar Fractures

Elbow fractures are very common in young children. Type I supracondylar fractures are stable fractures to the elbow that are treated conservatively across the world and typically heal very well without complications. There are several treatment options, including an above elbow cast or long arm splint. This study aims to determine if one treatment is no worse than the other in order to standardize the treatment of these fractures at our institution. The investigators hope to save families from extra hospital visits and reduce the amount of x-rays required for treatment of these fractures.

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Key information

Conditions

Bone Fractures Fractures, Bone Wounds and Injuries

Age range

3 year–12 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

British Columbia Children's Hospital

Vancouver, British Columbia, V6H 3V4, Canada

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Ages 3-12
  • Type 1 supracondylar fracture

Exclusion criteria

  • A type 2 or 3 supracondylar fracture
  • Neurovascular compromise associated with the fracture
  • Previous diagnosis with a metabolic or structural bone disease
  • Other fractures to ipsilateral upper extremity
  • History of injury to affected elbow

Treatment and study plan

Above Elbow Cast

Procedure

Long Arm Splint

Procedure

Primary outcomes

  1. Baumann's Angle

    Time frame: 6 Months

    Baumann's angle of the injured elbow will be measured 6 months following the injury

Secondary outcomes

  1. Humero-Capitellar Angle

    Time frame: 6 Months

    Humero-Capitellar Angle will be measured 6 Months following the injury

  2. Functional Outcome Questionnaire

    Time frame: 6 Months

    All participants will complete the Activity Scale for Kids-P 6 months following the injury

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

University of British Columbia

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Registry information

Official study title

Splinting Versus Above Elbow Casting for Type I Supracondylar Fractures of the Humerus in Children: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Important dates

Study start
2013
Primary completion
2017
Study completion
2017
First posted
Jul 31, 2013
Registry last updated
Jan 10, 2018

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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