NCT06913933

Static vs. Dynamic Progressive Splinting for Persistent Wrist Stiffness After DRF

A Two-Arm, Parallel-Group Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Static Progressive Splinting Versus Dynamic Splinting for Improving Wrist PROM/AROM in Patients With Persistent Post-DRF Stiffness

• Status: Recruiting
• Phase: N/A
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 50 (estimated)
• Sponsor: Al Hayah University In Cairo · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 18 Years – 65 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Not accepted

Summary

This randomized controlled trial will compare the effectiveness of static progressive splinting versus dynamic splinting for treating persistent wrist stiffness in adults ≥18 years old at least 8 weeks post distal radius fracture (DRF) injury. Both splinting modalities are provided as an adjunct to one weekly supervised therapy session over a 6-week period. The primary outcomes are wrist active and passive range of motion (AROM/PROM) measured using goniometry, with secondary outcomes including patient-reported wrist function (PRWE), overall satisfaction, and adverse events.

Conditions

• Distal Radius Fractures

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
BEHAVIORAL	Static Progressive Splinting for Persistent Wrist Stiffness	A commercially available static progressive splint with a turnbuckle mechanism allowing fine-tuned adjustments in wrist flexion and extension. Instructional materials for home use including written guidelines and an adjustment log.
BEHAVIORAL	Dynamic Splinting for Persistent Wrist Stiffness	Materials: A commercially available dynamic (spring-loaded) splint designed for the wrist. An instructional manual and daily usage log for participants.

Timeline

• Start date: 2025-04-17
• Primary completion: 2026-04-17
• Completion: 2026-04-17
• First posted: 2025-04-06
• Last updated: 2025-04-06

Locations

1 site across 1 country: Egypt