The optimal orthosis and motion protocol for extensor tendon injury in zones IV-VIII: A systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Study design

Systematic review INTRODUCTION: There exist numerous combinations of orthoses and motion protocols for the treatment of proximal extensor tendon injuries.

Purpose

The purpose of this study was to determine the optimal combination of motion protocol and orthotic treatment for the rehabilitation of proximal extensor tendon injuries (zones IV-VIII).

Methods

A systematic review of English language randomized clinical trials and cohort studies investigating extensor tendon rehabilitation from 1960 to 2016 was conducted in MEDLINE, Embase, Cochrane, CINAHL, PEDro, and OTseeker. Outcomes of total active motion, grip strength, return to work, patient attrition, and patient-reported outcomes were compared.

Results

Eleven studies of predominantly average qua

SUBMITTER: Wong AL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5632567 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Oct - Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature