Relative motion flexion orthosis compared to dorsal blocking orthosis for zone 1-2 flexor tendon rehabilitation in adults – a feasibility and pilot study for a randomised control trial.

Not Applicable

Recruiting

• Conditions: Flexor tendon repair in zones 1 and 2 in the hand; Musculoskeletal - Other muscular and skeletal disorders; Injuries and Accidents - Other injuries and accidents; Physical Medicine / Rehabilitation - Physiotherapy

• Registration Number: ACTRN12623001100684
• Lead Sponsor: ACT Health

Brief Summary

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Detailed Description

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Study Timeline

• Results First Posted: 1900-01-01
• Study Start: 2023-10-20
• Last Update Posted: 13 November 2023

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Recruiting
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 40

Inclusion Criteria

Male or females aged between 18-65 years.
Single digit sharp laceration injury of 1-2 FDP and/or FDS greater which is greater or equal to 50%.
Single or no digital nerve or vessel involved.
English speaking.
Able to attend weekly hand therapy appointments.
Able to complete early active movement regime as decided by the surgeon or hand therapist.
Digits 2-5 only.
Pulley venting at the discretion of the surgeon.

Exclusion Criteria

Thumb tendon injuries
Previous hand injury or impairment that significantly affects ROM and/or function.
Non-English speaking
Multiple digital nerve and vessels involved.

Study & Design

• Study Type: Interventional
• Study Design: Not specified

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Flexion range of motion (ROM) of the metacarpal phalangeal (MCP) joint using Jamar finger goniometer applying the standard testing procedure protocol [ 3 weeks, 6 weeks, 8 weeks, 12 weeks and 6 months post tendon repair surgery];Flexion range of motion (ROM) of the proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint using Jamar finger goniometer applying the standard testing procedure protocol [ 3 weeks, 6 weeks, 8 weeks, 12 weeks and 6 months post tendon repair surgery];Flexion range of motion (ROM) of the distal interphalangeal (DIP) joint using Jamar finger goniometer applying the standard testing procedure protocol [ 3 weeks, 6 weeks, 8 weeks, 12 weeks and 6 months post tendon repair surgery]