Article

Patients with mild to moderate first carpometacarpal joint
osteoarthritis report pain, a reduction in pinch and grip strength and hand
function. The purpose of this study was to analyze the effect of a custom-made
neoprene thumb carpometacarpal orthosis with thermoplastic stabilization on pain,
function, grip strength, and key pinch in these patients. Technique: A total of
11 volunteer patients participated in this study. All the above-mentioned
parameters were evaluated at baseline and also 30, 60, and 90 days after using
the splint. Discussion: A decrease in pain was observed after 30 days, and this
continued to improve during treatment with the splint. After 90 days of using the
splint, grip strength was improved. Function and pinch strength also increased
significantly and was maintained during the study period compared to baseline.
Clinical relevance A custom-made neoprene thumb carpometacarpal orthosis with
thermoplastic stabilization may be a suitable conservative approach for the
treatment of first carpometacarpal joint osteoarthritis.

Langue : ANGLAIS