Thesis (Ph.D.) - Cairo University - Faculty of Physical Therapy - Department of Physical Therapy for Surgery

Purpose: of this study was to investigate the therapeutic efficacy of the dynamic Splint versus the static splint combined with active range of motion in treatment of post burn hand contractures. Methods: Forty patients with post burn hand contractures of both sexes ranged in age from 18 to 40 years were participate in this study. Patients were selected within 6 months from the injury they will be assigned randomly into two groups of equal numbers (20 for each group). Evaluation for range of motion was done by the radiological measurement and hand grip strength was done by Hans held Dynamometer. Results: Range of motion (ROM) ofthe metacarpophalangeal (MCP) jointshad significant increase after treatment application (Post-treatment) for dynamic group when compared with the static group, were a non-significant difference in the hand grip strength (Post-treatment) between both groups of the study. Conclusion: modified dynamic metacarpophalangeal joint flexion splint provide continuous flexion to metacarpophalangeal joint that is needed for the restoration of range of motion in post-burn hand contractures. For the clinical application of hand splint in patients with hand disorders, additional research into its affects are required

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