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This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the Relative Motion Extension Splint (RMES) on enhancing tendon motion in flexor tendon repair.

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Relative Motion Extension Splint for Treatment of Flexor Tendon Adhesions: Proof of Concept.

NBNicole BadalyanRutgers, The State University of New Jersey BBBrian BuenoRutgers, The State University of New Jersey AFAlta Fried

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This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the Relative Motion Extension Splint (RMES) on enhancing tendon motion in flexor tendon repair.
Utilized RMES to facilitate tendon excursion during active range of motion (AROM)
Assessed differential glide between flexor digitorum superficialis (FDS) and flexor digitorum profundus (FDP)
Evaluated regional variability in adhesion susceptibility across zone II.
RMES significantly increased tendon excursion and FDS-FDP differential glide during AROM
Notable variation in adhesion formation susceptibility across different regions of zone II
Findings support RMES as a beneficial intervention for improving tendon motion post-repair.

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This study demonstrates that RMES increase tendon excursion and FDS-FDP differential glide during AROM. Importantly, the effects were not uniform across zone II, suggesting regional variability in susceptibility to adhesion formation and therapy resistance. These findings support the use of RMES to enhance tendon motion and potentially improve outcomes following flexor tendon repair.

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