[Long-term static overnight extension splinting following percutaneous needle fasciotomy]

Abstract

The author reports on his experience with static night splinting after percutaneous needle fasciotomy (PNF). A conventional glove splint and custom made silicone bed splints were used. According to the experience of the author 3 typical case studies demonstrate that static night splinting of the Dupuytren fingers can achieve 2 things: reduction of the risk of recurrent curvature and remodeling of the Dupuytren tissue.