Ultrasonographic Subcutaneous Scar Scoring System for Traumatic Hand Injured Patients

Launched by NATIONAL CHENG-KUNG UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL · Jun 17, 2021

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying a new way to evaluate scars on the hands of patients who have suffered traumatic injuries. Researchers want to create a reliable scoring system using ultrasound, a technology that uses sound waves to create images of the body. This system will help doctors better understand how scars affect hand function and track any changes over time as patients undergo rehabilitation.

To participate in the study, you need to be over 20 years old and have a hand injury that occurred more than 8 weeks ago but less than a year ago. You should be able to move your hand and follow instructions during the study. Participants will have their scars evaluated multiple times over a month while they receive routine care, and these results will be compared to how well they can use their hands. This research aims to improve the way we assess and treat hand injuries, ultimately helping patients recover better.

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ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Above 20 years old
• • Traumatic hand injury (distal from wrist joint above 8 weeks and within one year)
• • Able to do active motion and resistive activities
• • Understand and cooperate the experiment
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Injured by burn
• • Have impairment in peripheral nerve and affect the movement
• • Combined with other central nerve deficits