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Filter by:The effectiveness of various external applications (strapping and splinting) on grip strength, pain intensity, symptom level, and functional status in carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) has been compared in this study. Comparative testing was conducted with exercise and mobilization applications (carpal bone mobilization, yoga, tendon and nerve gliding exercises, neurodynamic mobilization, instrument-assisted soft tissue massage, and standard soft tissue massage) in control groups, placebo groups, and groups undergoing other non-surgical treatments (orthotic application, steroid injections, and other physical agents). Criticisms regarding these studies include bias, lack of blinding, and small intergroup differences. In the literature, evidence supporting the beneficial effects of splinting and strapping applications on CTS is reported to be of low quality, emphasizing the need for higher-quality studies. In light of the information obtained, this study aims to compare the effects of different external applications (strapping and splinting) on grip strength, pain intensity, symptom level, and functional status in CTS.
It is aimed to compare the effect of two different splints on carpal tunnel syndrome in pregnant individuals after 4 weeks of use.
The present study was designed to compare the effects of the mixed occlusal device using the simplified technique and the low-intensity laser alone or in combination in patients with temporomandibular disorders. A total of 96 patients will be selected after the diagnosis of TMD according to the Diagnostic Criteria for Temporomandibular Disorder (DC/TMD), axis I. Patients will be randomly divided into three groups: Occlusal Device (N=32), Laser (N=32) =32) and Occlusal Device and Laser (N=32). Patients undergoing therapy with a stabilizing plate made using the simplified technique will be instructed to use the device every night while sleeping for four weeks. Photobiomodulation will be applied with low-intensity laser at predetermined points and at specific trigger points identified during the clinical examination (3 J/cm2) once a week for four weeks. The intensity of pain will be classified using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS). Mandible function will be assessed by maximum unassisted mouth opening. The impact of therapies on oral health will also be evaluated through the Oral Health Impact Profile (OHIP-14) instrument in a simplified form. The ANOVA test will be used to compare the results obtained between the study groups, while the Repeated Measurements Anova test complemented by the Tukey test will be used for longitudinal evaluation of the data within each group.
The goal of this clinical trial is to compare the gait of patients with hemiplegia, with or without the use of insole splint. The main questions it aims to answer are: Does the insole splint improve the gait of these patients? Does any difference exist in the use of muscles? Participants will have to walk in the gait analysis' aisle with and without the insole splint, using wireless EMG device.
This study will investigate the effectiveness of 3D-printed splints for treating thumb osteoarthritis (CMC OA). These splints are made by Occupational Therapists and Physical Therapists out of low-temperature plastic and formed on the patient's hand. 3D printed splints involve photographing the hand and creating a digital file of the splint. This is then printed and fit on the patient. The goal of this cross-over clinical trial is to compare the effectiveness of 3D-printed splints versus thermoplastic splints for treating thumb osteoarthritis (CMC OA). The main question[s] it aims to answer are: Primary objective: • Evaluate the general useability and possible benefits of splint production by 3D printing in a clinical setting Secondary objectives: - Compare the effectiveness of 3D printed orthosis and the low-temperature plastic fabrication manual method in pain reduction - Compare the effectiveness of 3D printed orthosis and the low-temperature plastic fabrication manual method in improving the function. - Compare the satisfaction of patients with the 3D printed orthosis and low-temperature plastic fabrication manual method. - Compare the length of time needed to fabricate each orthosis - Compare the weight of orthosis Participants will provide with two splints (traditional orthosis and 3D-printed orthoses). Participants will use the first orthosis for three weeks, be given a week for washout, and then cross over to the second orthosis.
Muscles that are frequently injured in the extensor group are extensor carpi radialis longus, extensor carpi radialis brevis, and extensor digitorum communis. Injury of these muscles is seen as lateral epicondylitis in the clinic. Physiotherapy techniques are frequently applied in the management of diseases related to forearm extensor muscles such as lateral epicondylitis. Various orthoses such as lateral epicondylitis band, wrist orthosis, dynamic extensor brace are used for this. Studies have been conducted on pain, hand function and orthosis satisfaction of different types of lateral epicondylitis orthoses, and the number of studies investigating the effects on muscle activation is insufficient.Therefore, the aim of the study is to examine the effects of different types of orthoses used for the forearm extensor group on extensor muscle activation and upper limb functions.
Upper limb recovery after stroke is unacceptably poor with almost half of stroke survivors likely to regain some functional use. The rehabilitation process for upper extremity for individuals with stroke is of long duration and clinicians face the challenge of identifying a variety of assistive appliances that may be adapted and graded to facilitate this process. One of these appliances that is widely used in rehabilitation is splint and strapping. Therefore, this study aims to investigate the effectiveness of this modality in rehabilitation of the upper limb in stroke survivors.
This study aimes to analyze the effectiveness of a Hand Therapy protocol in the management of patients who suffer from a tear of a lumbrical muscle, regarding on the symptoms during the clinical examination, the disability in their activities of daily living and the sports-specific function.
The objectives of this randomized clinical trial (RCT) were: 1. To compare the efficiency of splinting by two composite materials in terms of retention of material 2. To compare adhesive point dimension between the two groups 3. To compare time taken to place and remove the splint 4. To assess the efficacy of bulkfill flowable in reducing mobility of luxated teeth.
Occlusal splints are employed in the treatment of sleep bruxism. These appliances decrease sleep-related actions and damages bruxism, like grinding, tooth-wear, headache, and temporomandibular joint disorders. Occlusal splints are produced both in hard and soft forms according to the used material. In this study, it was aimed to evaluate the effect of occlusal splint type on the sleep quality and occlusal force parameters of patients with sleep bruxism.