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InterTAN: Integrated Dual Screw Design for Hip Fracture Repair

This study is comparing two surgical devices for fixing hip fractures: the Synthes TFNA (a single-screw device) and the Trigen InterTAN (a dual-screw device). Researchers want to understand how these devices affect your physical function and pain after surgery. They are especially interested in how quickly you can return to normal activities and symmetrical weight bearing. You might be able to join if you are 55 or older, have a specific type of hip fracture (OTA/AO classification 31A2 or 31A3), and were able to do light activities without help before your injury. The study aims to see if the Trigen InterTAN leads to less pain and a faster recovery compared to the Synthes TFNA.

Study design
This is a pilot, patient-blinded randomized trial involving 30 participants. This means participants will be randomly assigned to receive one of the two surgical devices, and they will not know which one they received.
What's involved
You will have assessments at 2 weeks, 6 weeks, 12 weeks, 26 weeks, and 12 months after surgery. These will include self-reported physical function and pain, and gait analysis.
Compensation
Not stated in the trial record.
Follow-up
Participants will be followed for 12 months after their surgery to assess their function and pain.

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NCT06024304

InterTAN: Integrated Dual Screw Design Improve Biomechanics/Function Following Fixation Surgery

Recruiting
NAAges 55+InterventionalTreatment
Paul E. Matuszewski
~30 participants
Updated 2026-04-07 on ClinicalTrials.gov
What's tested:Synthes TFNATrigen InterTAN

At a glance

Recruiting sites
1 of 1 listed site is recruiting right now
RecruitingSuspended, closed, or not yet open
What they're measuring
Change in self-reported physical function
Measured over 2 weeks, 6 weeks, 12 weeks, 26 weeks, 12 months
+1 more outcome measured

Conditions

Fracture of Hip

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Where it's being run

1 sites across 1 states
Kentucky1

Study leadership

  • Paul Matuszewski, MD · PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR · University of Kentucky

Who to contact

Paul E Matuszewski, MD
[email protected]
(859) 323-5533
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Eligibility criteria

Inclusion

Non-pathologic fractures
OTA/AO classification 31A2, 31A3 fractures
Ability to participate in 4-MET equivalent activities without ambulatory assistance prior to injury

Exclusion

Inability to consent
Inability to participate in follow-up activities
History of chronic pain / current opioid treatment
Pre-injury ambulatory status requiring assistance device
Neurological condition altering gait or sensation (e.g. History of stroke with altered gait, peripheral neuropathy).

What this trial measures

  • Change in self-reported physical function2 weeks, 6 weeks, 12 weeks, 26 weeks, 12 months

    Patient Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) Physical Function Questionnaire is a 53 question survey with a five point Likert scale ranging from 1 to 5 where a higher number indicates less physical function.

  • Change in self-reported pain2 weeks, 6 weeks, 12 weeks, 26 weeks, 12 months

    Patient Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) Pain Interference Questionnaire is a 56 question survey with a five point Likert scale ranging from 1 to 5 where a higher number indicates increased interference due to pain.