3D-Printed orthosis could ease burn scarring

NCT ID NCT06487910

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Régional Metz-Thionville Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This pilot study tests a new way to make a custom pressure orthosis for burn scars using 3D scanning and printing. About 25 adults with healing hypertrophic burn scars will get the device. The main goal is to see if the manufacturing process works and the orthosis fits safely.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: 3D-printed differential pressure distribution orthosis
What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide a new, custom-fit way to treat burn scars using 3D printing.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, early feasibility study with only 25 people. It focuses on manufacturing success, not yet on whether the orthosis actually improves scars.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

burn Cicatrix, Hypertrophic

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

BURNS HYPERTROPHIC SCAR

Contacts and locations

Locations

CHR Metz-Thionville/Hopital Félix Maréchal
RECRUITING

Metz, 57000, France

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