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Rib Fractures clinical trials
Every US clinical trial registered for Rib Fractures — phase mix, recruiting status, and the sponsors running them, straight from the NIH ClinicalTrials.gov registry.
10 US clinical trials · 4 currently recruiting
The research picture
Rib Fractures has 10 registered US clinical trials, 4 of them open to new participants right now — about 40% of the total.
- 4
- recruiting participants now
- 40%
- of trials open to enrollment
- 6
- in Phase 3–4 (later-stage)
- 1
- top sponsor: Brittany Hoyte
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
Clinical Utility of Portable Dynamic Chest X Ray (DDR) in the ICU
Brigham and Women's Hospital
NCT06538376
INTERCOSTAL NERVE BLOCK: Efficacy of CINB for Patients With Multiple Rib Fractures
Zachary Warriner
NCT05642026
Blue Light as an Anti-inflammatory and Analgesic Strategy in Thoracic Trauma
Rebecca E Kotcher, MD
NCT06626334
Cryo Rib Fracture Study
University of Minnesota
NCT06347874
Ketamine vs Lidocaine in Traumatic Rib Fractures
Brittany Hoyte
NCT04781673
Analgesic Techniques for Rib Fractures
Thomas Jefferson University
NCT06519929
Ketamine Infusion Therapy for the Management of Acute Pain in Adult Rib Fracture Patients
Medical College of Wisconsin
NCT02432456
Chest Wall Repair of Rib Fractures After Trauma
Vanderbilt University
NCT00926991
Ultrasound Guided Serratus Anterior Plane Block in ED Patients With Rib Fractures
Rhode Island Hospital
NCT06299137
Trial of Injected Liposomal Bupivacaine vs Bupivacaine Infusion After Surgical Stabilization of Rib Fractures
Denver Health and Hospital Authority
NCT03305666
Phase Distribution
| Phase | Trial count |
|---|---|
| Phase 1 | 1 |
| Phase 4 | 6 |
Top Sponsors
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.
Reading the Rib Fractures Trial Landscape
ClinicalTrials.gov lists 10 US studies indexed under Rib Fractures, and 4 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 40% 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 Rib Fractures shows 6 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 1 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 Rib Fractures is led by Brittany Hoyte with 1 indexed trial, alongside 9 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 10 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 Rib Fractures?
PlainTrial tracks 10 US clinical trials for Rib Fractures, of which 4 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.
How do I find a recruiting trial for Rib 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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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.
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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.