Shock wave therapy after flexor tendon repair
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests whether a non-invasive treatment called extracorporeal shock wave therapy can help improve hand function after flexor tendon repair surgery. The therapy uses sound waves to stimulate healing and reduce scar tissue, and it may help you regain movement more quickly.
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Who can take part
- You had surgery to repair a flexor tendon in your hand or fingers 8 to 12 weeks ago.
- The surgery was done on a tendon in zones II, III, or IV of the hand.
- You do not have an infection or open wound on your hand.
- You are not pregnant.
- You have never broken a finger or wrist bone.
- You do not have an inflammatory rheumatic disease or a malignant tumor.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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