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Distal Radius Fracture clinical trials

Every US clinical trial registered for Distal Radius Fracture — phase mix, recruiting status, and the sponsors running them, straight from the NIH ClinicalTrials.gov registry.

12 US clinical trials · 4 currently recruiting

The research picture

Distal Radius Fracture has 12 registered US clinical trials, 4 of them open to new participants right now — about 33% of the total.

4
recruiting participants now
33%
of trials open to enrollment
3
in Phase 3–4 (later-stage)
2
top sponsor: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Counts reflect the public ClinicalTrials.gov registry as last mirrored by PlainTrial. Status and phase are reported by each study's sponsor. This is reference information, not medical advice.

Active & Recent Trials

RECRUITING Phase 4 200 participants

Perioperative Glucocorticoid Administration in the Treatment of Adult Distal Radius Fractures

C. Liam Dwyer

NCT03898154

RECRUITING NA 115 participants

Hematoma Block for Distal Radius Fracture

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

NCT02346929

RECRUITING Phase 1 64 participants

Impact of Early ADL Participation on Outcomes Post DRF

George Washington University

NCT05650996

RECRUITING NA 50 participants

Quantitative and Clinical Assessment of Flexor Tendon Gliding Following Application of a Bioresorbable Hydrogel: A Prospective, Randomized Study in Patients Undergoing Distal Radius Fracture Repair

University of Colorado, Denver

NCT04976335

ACTIVE NOT RECRUITING 1,500 participants

Go Fit Fast, Recovery Trajectory Using PROMIS®, Linking PROMIS®

AO Innovation Translation Center

NCT04113044

ACTIVE NOT RECRUITING NA 230 participants

Postoperative Immobilization and Physical Therapy Following Volar Locked Plating for Distal Radius Fractures

NYU Langone Health

NCT04324580

ACTIVE NOT RECRUITING NA 190 participants

Utility of Cortical Bone Tissue Properties in the Assessment of Fracture Risk

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

NCT03076034

ACTIVE NOT RECRUITING Phase 4 120 participants

The Efficacy of Liposomal Bupivacaine in Ultrasound Guided Supraclavicular Nerve Blocks for Hand and Wrist Surgery

St. Luke's Hospital, Pennsylvania

NCT06806410

COMPLETED 120 participants

Optional Follow-up Visits for Common, Low-risk Arm Fractures

Massachusetts General Hospital

NCT01583556

COMPLETED NA 72 participants

Opiate Sparing Protocol Randomized Controlled Trial in Open Distal Radius Fracture Repair

Campbell Clinic

NCT05215236

COMPLETED Early Phase 1 70 participants

Randomized Controlled Trial Assessing the Effect of Dexamethasone on Postoperative Function After Distal Radius Fixation

Northwell Health

NCT04889547

COMPLETED Phase 4 44 participants

Pain Outcomes of Intra-operative IV Tylenol and/or IV Toradol for Carpal Tunnel and Distal Radius Fracture Surgeries

John Fowler

NCT02313675

Phase Distribution

PhaseTrial count
Phase 1 2
Phase 4 3

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.

Reading the Distal Radius Fracture Trial Landscape

ClinicalTrials.gov lists 12 US studies indexed under Distal Radius Fracture, and 4 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 33% 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 Distal Radius Fracture shows 3 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 Distal Radius Fracture is led by Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center with 2 indexed trials, alongside 9 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 12 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 Distal Radius Fracture?

PlainTrial tracks 12 US clinical trials for Distal Radius Fracture, of which 4 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.

How do I find a recruiting trial for Distal Radius Fracture?

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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Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (National Library of Medicine). Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM) ClinicalTrials.gov AACT registry · 2026 Trial counts and statuses sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Sponsor counts include both industry and federal/academic sponsors.

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