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New tendon wrap could reduce repeat hand surgeries

NCT ID NCT05598801

Disease control Sponsor: Research Source Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tested a device called VersaWrap, a wrap placed around tendons during hand surgery to help them glide smoothly afterward. Seventeen adults having tendon repair, fracture repair, or tenolysis were enrolled. The main goal was to see how many later needed another surgery to free up scarred tendons.

What this could mean

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Active substance
VersaWrap (a protective wrap applied to tendons during hand surgery)
What this could lead to
If it works, VersaWrap could reduce the need for a second surgery to free up scarred tendons after hand procedures.
What could go wrong
This was a very small study (17 people) with no comparison group, so results may not apply widely. The device may not prevent scar tissue or could cause allergic reactions.

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Study facts

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Participants

17 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Sep 2022

Finished

Aug 2025

Lead sponsor

A research network

The lead sponsor is a research network or cooperative group.

Who can take part

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Who is studied

Patients who meet the following inclusion criteria and none of the exclusion criteria will be enrolled in the study. A patient is considered enrolled upon placement of the VersaWrap during the surgical procedure. If the surgeon decides intra-operatively not to utilize the VersaWrap, the patient will be considered a screen failure.

Ages

18 to 70 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Patients aged 18-70 at the time of surgery 2. Patients undergoing hand/finger surgery, including tendon repair, fracture repair or tenolysis 3. Psychosocially, mentally and physically able to fully comply with this protocol including adhering to follow-up schedule, study requirements with a signed informed consent with a study collaborator present at the time of signing to ensure compliance. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Non-English speaking 2. Known allergy or sensitivity to citrate, alginate or hyaluronate 3. Pregnant or breastfeeding 4. Currently a prisoner 5. Patient has any condition, that in the opinion of the Investigator, would prohibit the patient from complying with the protocol

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As listed by the trial registrant

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Fracture repair Tendon repair Tenolysis

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Austin Hand Group

    Austin, Texas, 78746, United States