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Ankle Fractures Clinical Trial in Burlington, MA

Access cutting-edge ankle fractures treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Burlington. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Lahey Clinic

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All study-related ankle fractures treatment provided free

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Burlington

    Convenient for MA residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Burlington site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Ankle Fractures Study in Burlington

This project is a multicenter, three armed, prospective randomized control trial studying the effectiveness of a long-acting local anesthetic "cocktail" in patients undergoing operative fixation of ankle fractures.

Sponsor: Lahey Clinic

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Sustained a bimalleolar ankle fracture (OTA/AO type 44 A2, B2, C1, and C2 fracture) with surgery indicated and an approach with medial and lateral incisions planned Syndesmotic injuries will be included, due to the practical difficulty of reliably determining the presence of a syndesmotic injury preoperatively Trimalleolar ankle fractures where fixation of the posterior malleolus is not planned will also be included
Isolated Injury

Exclusion Criteria

Unifocal malleolar fractures
Bimalleolar fractures where fixation of only one malleolus is planned
Posterior malleolus fractures requiring fixation
Patients ineligible for a peripheral nerve block (e.g. concern for compartment syndrome)
Open injury
Patients treated with external fixation
Neurologic condition that would confound results (e.g. peripheral neuropathy)
Inability to consent
Chronic opioid use
History of opiate abuse
Polytrauma as defined as additional boney injury, visceral injury or moderate soft tissue injury (requiring suture repair or other invasive procedure)
Prisoners (unlikely to be accessible for follow-up)
Pregnant patients
Non-English-speaking subjects (post-operative data collection procedure involves conversations via phone calls. As we do not have access to translators for this research project, we will work exclusively with English-speaking subjects).
Subjects unable to take the standard post-operative pain regimen that consists of gabapentin, oxycodone, acetaminophen, and ibuprofen.

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Burlington?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT03696199) has an active research site in Burlington, MA that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Ankle Fractures Treatment Options in Burlington, MA

If you're searching for ankle fractures treatment options in Burlington, MA, this clinical trial (NCT03696199) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Burlington research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced ankle fractures specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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