التفاصيل البيبلوغرافية
| العنوان: |
A novel finger brace for preventing finger stiffness after trauma or surgery: a preliminary report with a case series. |
| المؤلفون: |
Dae-Geun Kim, Hyo Jun Park |
| المصدر: |
Archives of Hand & Microsurgery; Dec2023, Vol. 28 Issue 4, p239-249, 11p |
| مصطلحات موضوعية: |
FINGER surgery, JOINT stiffness, ORTHOPEDIC braces |
| مستخلص: |
Purpose: Finger stiffness is a common complication following hand trauma or surgery. Early finger range-of-motion (ROM) exercises have proven to be the most effective method for preventing finger stiffness. In this paper, we introduce a novel finger brace designed for safe and early active exercises and present preliminary results from a small case series. Methods: Our innovative brace is designed for direct insertion into the finger, ensuring enhanced comfort during use. This brace features hinges that facilitate unrestricted movement in the proximal and distal interphalangeal joints, with each phalangeal component having a rounded shape to prevent rotation. Furthermore, grooves are integrated at the top of the phalangeal components for inserting bars; a straight bar to immobilize and a silicone band to provide elastic resistance exercises within a limited range. Results: Among 26 patients, 17 presented with fractures, five had extensor tendon injuries, and three had dislocations. For patients not requiring surgery, we applied the brace as early as possible. In cases involving surgery, the brace was applied step by step. When fixation was necessary for the first time, a straight bar was applied, and when starting finger movement, a silicone band was applied. The silicone band was then released to allow free finger movement. Except for one patient necessitating extensor tendon reconstruction due to a neglected rupture, all patients achieved full ROM without any complications. Conclusion: Our novel ROM finger brace represents a safe and user-friendly option for effectively initiating finger ROM exercises. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| قاعدة البيانات: |
Complementary Index |
