Splinting versus non-splinting following Carpal Tunnel release for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment.. | ||||
| Fayoum University Medical Journal | ||||
| Volume 14, Issue 3, March 2025, Page 129-133 PDF (669.42 K) | ||||
| Document Type: Full Length research Papers | ||||
| DOI: 10.21608/fumj.2025.322182.1396 | ||||
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| Authors | ||||
kamal mohammed samy1; Ibrahim Mohammed Mohsen2; Ahmed Rabie Fekry3; Mostafa Ahmed Hashem  2
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| 1orthopedic department, faculty of medicine, fayoum university , fayoum , Egypt | ||||
| 2Orthopedic department, faculty of Medicine, Fayoum University, Fayoum, Egypt | ||||
| 3Orthopedic department, Fayuom university, Fayoum, Egypt | ||||
| Abstract | ||||
| Introduction: Carpal tunnel syndrome, the most frequent peripheral nerve neuropathy, can be managed with non-invasive methods in the beginning, but surgery is recommended for more severe cases. Some surgeons support early range of motion, while others prefer using a splint instead. Aim of work: This study aims to clarify the benefits of different postoperative regimens after carpal tunnel decompression - a below elbow slab and elastic bandaging, and to analyze their impact on functional results. Subjects and Methods: We enrolled 40 individuals with this idiopathic condition who did not show improvement with conservative therapy. Two sets of patients were divided: Group I did not have a splint post-surgery, whereas Group II had a splint for a duration of three weeks. The rapid DASH scoring technique was utilized for assessment. Results: A post-operative follow-up revealed that, in terms of the fast DASH score, there was no appreciable difference statistically (p-value >0.05). Conclusion: In comparison to range of motion right after open carpal tunnel release surgery, immobilizing the wrist for the first three weeks after surgery did not show a significant enhancement in functional outcomes. | ||||
| Keywords | ||||
| Carpal Tunnel Syndrome; splint; Median nerve | ||||
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