
Comparison of no orthosis, removable orthosis, and plaster cast after miniopen carpal tunnel release

Comparison of no orthosis, removable orthosis, and plaster cast after miniopen carpal tunnel release
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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