Comparison of Usability Satisfaction of the Newly Developed Low-cost Thermoplastic Splint and Commercial Thermoplastic Splint

Not Applicable

Completed

• Conditions: Usability Satisfaction

• Registration Number: NCT06843746
• Lead Sponsor: Mahidol University

Brief Summary

Low-temperature thermoplastic has been commonly used in the fabrication of hand splints. However, its high cost and limited accessibility pose challenges for both clinicians and clients. There is a need for innovative and cost-effective splinting materials that are convenient to use. This study aimed to investigate the satisfaction and opinions of patients regarding a newly developed low-cost thermoplastic material.

Detailed Description

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Study Timeline

• Study Start: 2022-02-04
• Primary Completion: 2024-04-30
• Study Completion: 2024-05-31
• Status Verified: 2025-02
• Study First Submitted: 2025-02-19
• Study First Submitted QC: 2025-02-19
• Last Update Submitted: 2025-02-19
• Study First Posted: 2025-02-25
• Last Update Posted: 2025-02-25

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: COMPLETED
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 112

Inclusion Criteria

• Patient with musculoskeletal disorder
• Need to receive the splint from occupational therapist

Exclusion Criteria

• History of neurological disorder
• Have the cognitive impairment
• Receive the splint already
• Have clinical diagnosis of the disease or symptoms that cannot use the splint

Study & Design

• Study Type: INTERVENTIONAL
• Study Design: PARALLEL

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Patient satisfaction and opinions	After using the thermoplastic splint for 3 days	An online questionnaire and Zoom Interview were utilized to collect the data on the satisfaction and opinions of orthopedic patients regarding the use of thermoplastic.

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Faculty of Physical Therapy, Mahidol University; 🇹🇭 Salaya, Nakhon Pathom, Thailand