Waterproof Padding vs Non-waterproof Padding for Short Leg Walking Casts

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Overseen byDavid Tager, MD

Age: < 65

Sex: Any

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: West Virginia University

No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?The purpose of the study is to determine whether the use of waterproof padding in short leg walking casts will lead to an increase in cast-related complications, as compared to the standard non-waterproof casting in children.

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for children who need a short leg walking cast due to conditions like ankle or foot fractures, sprains, toe-walking, tendinitis, or apophysitis. It's not suitable for those with pre-existing wounds on the foot or ankle or cognitive dysfunction that would interfere with the study.

Inclusion Criteria

I have a sprained foot.

I am in a short leg walking cast for a foot or ankle condition.

I have a sprained ankle.

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Exclusion Criteria

I have had wounds on my foot or ankle before getting a cast.

Patients with cognitive dysfunction

Participant Groups

The study is testing if waterproof padding in short leg walking casts reduces complications compared to standard non-waterproof casting. The goal is to see which type of padding better serves children during their recovery from lower leg injuries.

2Treatment groups

Active Control

Group I: Waterproof paddingActive Control1 Intervention

Waterproof, short leg walking cast for 3-7 weeks

Group II: Non-waterproof paddingActive Control1 Intervention

Non-waterproof, short leg walking cast for 3-7 weeks