Archives of physical medicine and rehabilitation
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Arch Phys Med Rehabil · Apr 2000
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study Clinical TrialNeutral wrist splinting in carpal tunnel syndrome: a comparison of night-only versus full-time wear instructions.
To compare the effects of night-only to full-time splint wear instructions on symptoms, function, and impairment in carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). ⋯ This study provides added scientific evidence to support the efficacy of neutral wrist splints in CTS and suggests that physiologic improvement is best with full-time splint wear instructions.