SPLINTING IN RHEUMATOID-ARTHRITIS .1. FACTORS AFFECTING PATIENT COMPLIANCE

  • 1 January 1982
    • journal article
    • research article
    • Vol. 63  (2) , 92-94
Abstract
Patients (54) with rheumatoid arthritis were fitted with unilateral or bilateral hand and wrist splints. Of 36 patients available for evaluation, 29 (> 80%) reported wearing their splints more frequently for activities requiring more strength than dexterity. Patients also reported pain relief from wearing their splints but did not report donning them for this purpose. A vigorous educational effort should be promoted to encourage patients to wear splints for diminution of inflammation and relief of pain as well as for support during heavier activities.

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