Preliminary effectiveness of 3D-printed orthoses in chronic hand conditions: study protocol for a non-randomised interventional feasibility study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Hand orthoses are often provided to improve performance of activities of daily life (ADL). Yet, the manufacturing process of conventional custom-fabricated hand orthoses is a time-consuming and labour-intensive process. Even though three-dimensional (3D) printing of orthoses is a rapidly growing area that can facilitate the manufacturing process of hand orthoses, evidence on the effectiveness, costs and production time of 3D-printed orthoses in chronic hand conditions is scarce. This study aims to assess (1) the preliminary effectiveness of 3D-printed orthoses compared with conventionally custom-fabricated orthoses in persons with chronic hand conditions, (2) production time and costs of both orthoses and (3) experiences of the participants and orthotists with the manu

SUBMITTER: Oud T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10083733 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature