title: The use of an oral prostaglandin inhibitor following splintage in fractures of the distal radius--a prospective trial.
abstract: A prospective, double-blind, controlled trial is reported in which oral diclofenac, a prostaglandin inhibitor, was given for 1 week immediately following the removal of splintage for fracture of the distal end of the radius. The patients who received the prostaglandin inhibitor had less pain, a more rapid recovery of range of movement and a stronger grip than those who received a placebo.
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D002986:Clinical Trials as Topic; D004008:Diclofenac / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D004311:Double-Blind Method; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011446:Prospective Studies; D011885:Radius Fractures / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000628:therapy; D013165:Splints
chemical_list: D004008:Diclofenac