Hand therapy showdown: which technique restores grip and motion best after tendon surgery?

NCT ID NCT07708298

Completed Disease control Sponsor: Cairo University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 16, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares two rehabilitation techniques—myofascial release and hand mobilization—after surgery to repair a flexor tendon injury in the hand. Thirty adults who had tendon repair surgery 2 to 4 weeks earlier are randomly assigned to one of the two therapy groups. Researchers measure wrist movement, grip strength, and hand function to see which approach leads to better recovery.

What this could mean

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Active substance: myofascial release or hand mobilization
What this could lead to: If one technique proves superior, it could become the preferred rehabilitation approach after flexor tendon repair, improving recovery.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Both techniques may show similar outcomes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

injury

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FLEXOR TENDON INJURY

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Locations

Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University

Giza, Giza Governorate, Egypt

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