Casting away burn stiffness: a new hope for arm movement?

This study looked at whether serial casting (applying a cast that is changed weekly) can improve arm and hand movement in adults who have stiff joints from burn scars. Twelve burn survivors with limited range of motion received one week of usual care, then serial casting if needed. Researchers measured joint movement, scar quality, and how well people could use their arm, checking if improvements lasted three weeks after stopping casting.