| NCT ID | NCT07751068 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children |
| Condition | Avulsion Fracture |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 50 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-06-08 |
| Primary Completion | 2032-04-01 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 50 participants in total. It began in 2026-06-08 with a primary completion date of 2032-04-01.
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Brief Summary
This is a randomized control trial of pediatric patients with acute lateral ankle avulsion fractures. Patients will be randomized into two groups: Standard of care treatment which includes booting with early range of motion and gradual weening from the boot and a Test treatment which includes a 6 week short-let cast. The purpose of the study is to test whether prolonged immobilization (casting) can help prevent the formation of a subfibular ossicle. The study consists of two patient visits.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Ages 5-12 at time of enrollment * Diagnosis of first-time lateral ankle injury and an avulsion fracture visible on imaging who can be enrolled within 14 days of injury * Patient and parent/legal guardian must speak English or Spanish Exclusion Criteria: * Previous ipsilateral ankle surgery * Pre-existing musculoskeletal disease * If patient has been casted prior to confirmation of avulsion fracture on imaging * Developmental delay * Does not meet inclusion criteria
Contact & Investigator
Jacob Jones, MD
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Scottish Rite for Children
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07751068 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 5 Years or older, up to 12 Years, studying Avulsion Fracture. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07751068 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07751068 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at anna.wilhelmy@tsrh.org for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07751068 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Frisco, United States.
Who is sponsoring the NCT07751068 clinical trial?
NCT07751068 is sponsored by Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children. The principal investigator is Jacob Jones, MD at Scottish Rite for Children. The trial plans to enroll 50 participants.