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

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

This study will compare the two commonly used treatments.

Your child has got this type of broken bone.

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

What will happen if my child takes part?

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

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

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

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

Why has my child been asked to take part?

Your child has got this type of broken bone, and the doctors in your hospital would like to invite your child to take part in the study.

Why are you asking my child?

Dan, SCIENCE study doctor