This is a website about the SCIENCE study to help you decide if you want to take part
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What is the SCIENCE Study?

SCIENCE is a study is trying to improve the treatment of children who have a broken bone in the elbow called an ‘epicondyle fracture’.

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What is being tested?

This study, which is being led by the University of Oxford in the United Kingdom, will compare the two commonly used treatments used accross Australia.

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Why has my child been asked to take part?

Your child has got this type of broken bone.

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Does my child have to take part?

You are free to decide if you want your child to take part

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What does the study involve?

What does the study involve?

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What treatment will my child receive?

Your child will either be treated with a cast or splint, or with an operation.

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What are the possible benifits, risks, side effects, discomforts and/or inconveniences of taking part?

Each of these routinely used treatments has potential advantages and disadvantages.

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Can my child stop taking part in the study?

You and your child can leave the study at any time.

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Will we be informed of the results of the study?

The results will be de-identified and available to you online.

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About The Study

The SCIENCE study wants to find out the best way to treat children with a minor injury to their elbow (called an epicondyle fracture).

We hope this website will help you decide if you want your child to take part in the SCIENCE study.