Splinting Versus Casting for Type I Supracondylar Fractures

N/ACompletedNCT01912365

University of British Columbia48 enrolled

Overview

Elbow fractures are very common in young children. Type I supracondylar fractures are stable fractures to the elbow that are treated conservatively across the world and typically heal very well without complications. There are several treatment options, including an above elbow cast or long arm splint. This study aims to determine if one treatment is no worse than the other in order to standardize the treatment of these fractures at our institution. The investigators hope to save families from extra hospital visits and reduce the amount of x-rays required for treatment of these fractures.

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Enrollment

Conditions

Bone Fractures

Interventions

Above Elbow CastPROCEDURE

Long Arm SplintPROCEDURE

Eligibility

Sex: ALLMin age: 3 YearsMax age: 12 Years

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Inclusion Criteria: * Ages 3-12 * Type 1 supracondylar fracture Exclusion Criteria: * A type 2 or 3 supracondylar fracture * Neurovascular compromise associated with the fracture * Previous diagnosis with a metabolic or structural bone disease * Other fractures to ipsilateral upper extremity * History of injury to affected elbow

Locations (1)

British Columbia Children's Hospital

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

Baumann's Angle

Baumann's angle of the injured elbow will be measured 6 months following the injury

Time frame: 6 Months

Secondary Outcomes

Humero-Capitellar Angle

Humero-Capitellar Angle will be measured 6 Months following the injury

Time frame: 6 Months

Functional Outcome Questionnaire

All participants will complete the Activity Scale for Kids-P 6 months following the injury

Time frame: 6 Months

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