Objective scar scoring system for traumatic hand injuries using ultrasound
Development of a Subcutaneous Scar Scoring System Via Ultrasonography and Its Association With Hand Function in Traumatic Hand Injured Patients
This study is trying to create a new way to measure scars from hand injuries using ultrasound to see how it relates to hand function and helps improve patient care.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 83 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | National Cheng-Kung University Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Tainan) |
| Trial ID | NCT04932109 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to develop a reliable and valid ultrasonographic scoring system for assessing subcutaneous scars in patients with traumatic hand injuries. The study is divided into two parts: the first part focuses on creating the scoring system and testing its reliability, while the second part applies this system to clinical cases and correlates the results with hand function measurements. Each scar will be evaluated multiple times over a month during routine rehabilitation to monitor changes. This approach seeks to enhance the objective assessment of scars and improve patient outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults over 20 years old with traumatic hand injuries that occurred between 8 weeks and one year prior.
Not a fit: Patients with burn injuries or those with impairments in peripheral or central nerve function may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a standardized method for evaluating scar healing and its impact on hand function, leading to better rehabilitation strategies.
How similar studies have performed: While the approach of using ultrasonography for scar assessment is promising, it is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in similar studies.
Eligibility criteria
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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
Where this trial is running
Tainan
- National Cheng-Kung University Hospital — Tainan, Taiwan (Recruiting)
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.