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Fabricating orthoses doesn’t have to be complicated. These posts will give guidance on when to use which orthosis as well as tips and tricks on more efficient methods to fabricate.

Which is better: Splinting the MCP or PIP joint when managing Trigger Finger?

June 2, 2019

Teo, S. H., Ng D. C., Wong, Y.K.(2018).  Effectiveness of proximal interphalangeal joint blocking orthosis vs metacarpophalangeal joint blocking orthosis in trigger digit: A randomized clinical trial. Journal of Hand Therapy, 1-7. The Skinny- This…

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