Preoperative hand therapy instructions do not improve short-term outcomes in carpal tunnel and trigger finger surgery.
prospective_cohort · Level II
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Abstract
The impact of preoperative structured instructions by a hand therapist on recovery after carpal tunnel and trigger finger releases was assessed in 87 patients. No significant differences in recovery, satisfaction, or outcomes were found, suggesting limited benefit.
Medical subject headings
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Trigger Finger Disorder
- Preoperative Care
- Patient Education as Topic
Anatomy
- hand
- wrist