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Ankle Fractures
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13 US clinical trials · 9 currently recruiting
Active & Recent Trials
Correlation Between Intraoperative Tourniquet Use and Limb pH, Functional Measures and Patient-reported Outcomes After Ankle Fracture Surgery
Oregon Health and Science University
NCT05445960
Comparing Clinical Outcomes of Suture Button Versus Fibulink Fixation for Acute Ankle Syndesmosis Injuries
University of California, San Diego
NCT05729542
Randomized Controlled Trial for Ankle Fracture Pain Control
Lahey Clinic
NCT03696199
Efficacy and Clinical Feasibility of the Ankle Muscle Power (AMP) Program for Return to Duty After an Ankle Fracture
Brian W. Noehren
NCT07173088
Fibulink Syndesmosis Repair System With Early Full-Weight Bearing
Maimonides Medical Center
NCT06085586
Simplified Post Op Rehabilitation for Ankle and Pilon Fractures
University of Virginia
NCT05280639
Immediate Vs. Delayed Weight Bearing Postoperative Protocol in Diabetic Ankle Fractures
Kyle Schweser MD
NCT03966027
Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation in Foot and Ankle Surgery
NYU Langone Health
NCT06370325
An Imaging Framework for Clinically Testing New Treatments to Prevent Post-traumatic OA
J L Marsh
NCT03809520
Go Fit Fast, Recovery Trajectory Using PROMIS®, Linking PROMIS®
AO Innovation Translation Center
NCT04113044
Local Multimodal Injection Versus Regional Anesthesia in Controlling Pain for Treating Rotational Ankle Fractures
University of Utah
NCT05019638
Postoperative Aspirin and Ankle Fracture Healing
University of Alabama at Birmingham
NCT03765619
Telerehabilitation Following Ankle Fractures
Johns Hopkins University
NCT04235907
Phase Distribution
| Phase | Trial count |
|---|---|
| Early Phase 1 | 2 |
| Phase 4 | 1 |
Top Sponsors
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.
Reading the Ankle Fractures Trial Landscape
ClinicalTrials.gov lists 13 US studies indexed under Ankle Fractures, and 9 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 69% of the total volume on the registry. That ratio is a useful proxy for activity level: a high share of recruiting studies often signals that research interest is current and that new enrollment opportunities are appearing, while a low share typically means the field is dominated by completed or follow-up work where most participant spots have already been filled. These counts reflect the public registry only and include studies at every stage of design, so they should be read as an index of research attention rather than as a measure of treatment availability.
The phase distribution for Ankle Fractures shows 1 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 2 earlier-phase entries (Phase 1 through Phase 2). Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies focus on early safety signals, dosing, and preliminary effect, while Phase 3 studies are typically the larger efficacy and safety trials submitted toward regulatory review, and Phase 4 studies follow approved interventions in real-world use. A condition weighted toward later phases often reflects a mature research pipeline with several interventions already close to or past approval, whereas a heavier early-phase tilt suggests the field is still exploring new mechanisms and candidate approaches.
Top sponsor activity for Ankle Fractures is led by J L Marsh with 1 indexed trial, alongside 9 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 13 of the most relevant recent and active entries, ordered with recruiting studies first so practical options are visible. All figures are derived from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset maintained by the National Library of Medicine and are reproduced here for reference. Inclusion of a trial, sponsor, or intervention on this page is neither an endorsement nor a recommendation — eligibility, protocol changes, and site-level status can shift frequently, so always verify current details on ClinicalTrials.gov and consult a qualified healthcare provider before acting on anything you see here.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clinical trials are there for Ankle Fractures?
PlainTrial tracks 13 US clinical trials for Ankle Fractures, of which 9 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.
How do I find a recruiting trial for Ankle Fractures?
Use the trial list above filtered by "Recruiting" status, or visit our trial finder at /recruiting to search by condition and state. Always discuss trial participation with your healthcare provider before enrolling.
Is this data current?
Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov and reflects our most recent data pull. Trial status may have changed since then. Always verify current information at ClinicalTrials.gov before making decisions about participation.
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Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM) ClinicalTrials.gov AACT registry · 2024 Trial counts and statuses sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Sponsor counts include both industry and federal/academic sponsors.