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Comparison of no orthosis, removable orthosis, and plaster cast after miniopen carpal tunnel release
October 2018
Comparison of no orthosis, removable orthosis, and plaster cast after miniopen carpal tunnel release
Study Type:Randomized Trial
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:1
A Prospective, Randomized Trial of Splinting After Minicarpal Tunnel Release
J Hand Surg Am. 2018 Aug;43(8):775.e1-775.e8. doi: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2018.01.016Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
249 patients scheduled for mini-open carpal tunnel release were randomized to postoperative management with either no orthosis, a removable orthosis, or cast immobilization for 10-14 days. Patients were assessed for disability, pain, function, and the incidence of complications over a 12-month follow-up. Results demonstrated no significant differences between the three groups for any outcome measu...
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