Coban wrap: A Coban bandage or wrap is a self-adhering elastic wrap that sticks to itself but not to skin or clothing. It is commonly used as a wrap on limbs due to its ability to adhere to itself and not loosen. Coban is often used as a compression bandage
Neoprene sleeve: Neoprene sleeve is an innovative treatment approach, it consists of a synthetic rubber-like material used to provide compressive support. Neoprene sleeves can provide protection, light compression and mild extension support while allowing full finger flexion.
Study summary
This project seeks to compare the treatment efficacy of two different approaches to treating interphalangeal joint (PIP) joint injuries. The investigators will compare two participant groups undergoing treatment using the current treatment standard (Coban wrap) as well as an innovative treatment approach (neoprene sleeve) in treating the PIP joint injury.
Eligibility
Sex
ALL
Min age
18 Years
Max age
65 Years
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
* Read/write and speak/understand English
* Capable of understanding the various questionnaires that will be employed to collect outcome measures
Exclusion Criteria:
* Participants who do not meet all of the aforementioned criteria
* Participants with any injuries specific to the treatment finger, or if there is any underlying disease affecting the PIP joint
Primary outcome measure(s)
Changes in Edema — The outcome measures will be collected at various intervals, such as initial visit, 2 weeks, 4 weeks, 3 months and 6 months. The aim of the current study is to compare the treatment efficacy of a custom neoprene sleeve vs. a coban wrap in treating PIP joint injuries. In order to measure to measure treatment changes in edema (swelling) for PIP joint injuries. Edema will be measured using an instrument consisting of ring gage to determine whether the patient has experienced a decrease in swelling based on the circumferential numerical measurement comparison from their previous visit.
Changes in Pain — The outcome measures will be collected at various intervals, such as initial visit, 2 weeks, 4 weeks, 3 months and 6 months. The aim of the current study is to compare the treatment efficacy of a custom neoprene sleeve vs. a coban wrap in treating PIP joint injuries. The second primary outcome measure of interest is the level of pain that a patient may be experiencing at various intervals post injury, which can be measured using the Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS).
This page summarises publicly available registry data for informational purposes — not medical advice. Eligibility is determined by each study team; patients should discuss participation with their clinician.
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