Novel Splinting Technique Using 3D Models
Arthritis, Osteoarthritis Hand, Scleroderma, Systemic
About this trial
This is an interventional prevention trial for Arthritis focused on measuring Splints, Occupational Therapy, Hand, Printing, Three-Dimensional, Contracture, Rheumatology, Ulcer, Orthotic Devices, Range of Motion, Articular
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
- Have a diagnosis of either scleroderma, osteoarthritis, or rheumatoid arthritis
- Must have the potential to benefit from wearing a resting hand splint as determined by a certified hand therapist
- Over 18 years of age
- Fluent in English
Exclusion Criteria:
- Patients exhibiting any open wounds on their hands or forearms
- Exhibiting impaired decision making and ability to understand splint care and wear instructions as determined by the ability to answer the questions the student researcher asks after the participant has reviewed the splint education handout
- Under 18 years of age
- Unable to secure reliable transport for the duration of the study
Sites / Locations
- Russell Sage College
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Experimental
3D model splinting intervention group
The researcher will scan the participant's forearm, wrist, and hand with an iPhone camera through the Comb O&P Scan App. Scans will be completed individually to maintain privacy. The entire Comb O&P platform is HIPAA compliant. The data is de-identified encrypted when it moves from the iPhone app to the computer through the cloud. Precision Valve Automation (PVA) will use the de-identified scans to print the 3D models which are a precise replica of the participant's hand. Once the researcher obtains the 3D models, resting hand splints will be fabricated on the 3D models to provide custom-made hand splint(s) to each participant. The participants will receive the splint(s) to wear during the hours of sleep for six weeks.