Status:
COMPLETED
Randomized Trial of Active vs Passive Splinting for Extensor Tendon Injuries in Zones IV to VI
Lead Sponsor:
Fundacin Biomedica Galicia Sur
Conditions:
Hand Injuries
Tendon Injuries
Eligibility:
All Genders
18+ years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
This study compares two methods of post-operative immobilization after surgical repair (tenorrhaphy) of extensor tendons in the fingers. Patients were randomly assigned to receive either a standard pl...
Detailed Description
Extensor tendon injuries of the hand are commonly treated with immobilization for 4-6 weeks using a plaster splint in the intrinsic plus position. However, prolonged immobilization may lead to tendon ...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Adults aged 18 years or older
- Patients from the CHUVI Health Area
- Diagnosed with an acute, single, complete extensor tendon laceration in zones IV, V, or VI of the long fingers
- Treated with primary tenorrhaphy
- Provided signed informed consent
- Agreed to attend follow-up visits and comply with the study protocol
Exclusion
- More than one extensor tendon laceration in the same hand
- Injuries involving the thumb
- Tendon injuries with loss of substance
- Associated injuries at the same level (e.g., bone fracture, nerve lesion)
- Patients with cognitive impairment or inability to follow the protocol
- Presence of other injuries or medical conditions that could interfere with assessment
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
July 1 2020
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
August 30 2021
Estimated Enrollment :
30 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT06950268
Start Date
July 1 2020
End Date
August 30 2021
Last Update
April 30 2025
Active Locations (1)
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CHUVI Hospital (Complejo Hospitalario Universitario de Vigo)
Vigo, Pontevedra, Spain, 36312