Abstract:One of the wrist orthoses, the Senami Wrist Supporter (SWS), was applied to 203 rheumatoid wrists in 112 patients who had persistent wrist pain and restricted forearm rotation due to synovitis and instability at the distal radioulnar joint (DRUJ). The study was performed by sending out a questionnaire to the patients about the use of the SWS at home, and examining grip strength and forearm rotation with and without the use of the SWS. The average age of the patients was 61 years, and the average follow-up peri… Show more
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