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Fractures3 Results found

Studies recruiting participants:

Far Cortical Locking Versus Standard Constructs for Distal Femur Fractures (FCL)

To determine if Far Cortical Locking screws increase fracture healing rates at 3 months in Closed Distal Femur Fractures in adults when compared to standard locking screw constructs.

Fracture healing at 3 months will be assessed via x-ray and clinical assessment of the fracture.

Recruiting

Principal Investigator

Kelly A. Lefaivre

Body Locations and Systems

Area

Vancouver

Age

18 and above

Fixation Using Alternative Implants for the Treatment of Hip Fractures (FAITH-2)

The purpose of this study is to determine the impact of surgical fixation (cancellous screws versus sliding hip screws) and biologic intervention (Vitamin D versus placebo) on patient important outcomes.

Recruiting

Principal Investigator

Kelly A. Lefaivre

Body Locations and Systems

Area

Vancouver

Age

18-60

Falls Prevention Clinic

At the Falls Prevention Clinic, each subject receives a comprehensive assessment of his or her individual risk factors for falling in addition to a comprehensive medical examination. Recommendations and appropriate followup tests and referrals are ordered for patients on an individual basis.

Recruiting

Principal Investigator

Teresa Liu-Ambrose

Body Locations and Systems

Men's and Women's Health, Fractures

Area

Various sites

Age

70 and above