Does the digit widget work?

Absolutely. The Digit Widget is designed so that the torque applied to one finger is independent from the torque applied to another finger. Since the pins are installed dorsally, the device can be used on any finger.

What is Digit Widget surgery?

The Digit Widget is an external fixation system designed to apply an extension torque to the Proximal Interphalangeal (PIP) joint of a finger. This device helps regain, maintain, or increase extension of the PIP joint.

Do splints help Dupuytren’s contracture?

The most effective way for the treatment of Dupuytren’s contracture is to use splint after the operation. Exercise with the splinting effect is ineffective in reducing the contracture. Night static splints are effective in improving the range of motion and performance of their hands of Dupuytren’s contracture.

How is Dupuytren’s contracture measured?

The most important and commonly reported outcome measure of Dupuytren disease severity and treatment effect is ROM of affected finger joints [4], and more specifically the extension deficit. The measurement is usually performed using a goniometer, which is regarded as a reliable assessment tool [12].

How are digit widgets used for Dupuytren’s contracture?

The Digit Widgets were applied and the Dupuytren’s bands in the palm were cut, but not excised. The patient progressed to wearing heavy elastic bands 24 hours a day, seven days a week without any pin tract problems, pain or swelling.

What are the CPT codes for dupuytrens?

CPT Codes Fasciotomy, palmar, for Dupuytrens contracture; closed (subcutaneous) (26040) Fasciotomy, palmar, for Dupuytrens contracture; open, partial (26045) Fasciectomy, palmar only, with or without z-plasty, other local tissue rearrangement, or skin grafting (includes obtaining graft); (26121)

What are the benefits of the digit widget?

Key Benefits. The Digit Widget reverses these contractures by utilizing the principle that gentle force applied over time will stimulate growth of contracted soft tissues. The Digit Widget applies extension torque to reverse the contracture, instead of joint traction used by other methods. The Digit Widget does not prohibit finger flexion.

How does the digit widget help with finger flexion?

The Digit Widget applies extension torque to reverse the contracture, instead of joint traction used by other methods. The Digit Widget does not prohibit finger flexion. The patient remains more active during treatment thereby minimizing joint stiffness.