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NCT Number: NCT06843746

Comparison of Usability Satisfaction of the Newly Developed Low-cost Thermoplastic Splint and Commercial Thermoplastic Splint

Low-temperature thermoplastic has been commonly used in the fabrication of hand splints. However, its high cost and limited accessibility pose challenges for both clinicians and clients. There is a need for innovative and cost-effective splinting materials that are convenient to use. This study aimed to investigate the satisfaction and opinions of patients regarding a newly developed low-cost thermoplastic material.

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Key information

Conditions

Usability Satisfaction

Age range

18 year–59 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Faculty of Physical Therapy, Mahidol University

Salaya, Changwat Nakhon Pathom, 73170, Thailand

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Patient with musculoskeletal disorder
  • Need to receive the splint from occupational therapist

Exclusion criteria

  • History of neurological disorder
  • Have the cognitive impairment
  • Receive the splint already
  • Have clinical diagnosis of the disease or symptoms that cannot use the splint

Treatment and study plan

Commercial thermoplastic

Device

The participants received a commercial thermoplastic splint material for splint fabrication.

Newly developed low-cost thermoplastic

Device

The participants received a newly developed low-cost thermoplastic splint material for splint fabrication.

Primary outcomes

  1. Patient satisfaction and opinions

    Time frame: After using the thermoplastic splint for 3 days

    An online questionnaire and Zoom Interview were utilized to collect the data on the satisfaction and opinions of orthopedic patients regarding the use of thermoplastic.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Mahidol University

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Comparison of Usability Satisfaction of the Newly Developed Low-cost Thermoplastic Splint and Commercial Thermoplastic Splint in Orthopedic Patients.

Important dates

Study start
2022
Primary completion
2024
Study completion
2024
First posted
Feb 25, 2025
Registry last updated
Feb 25, 2025

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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