OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The TQCC of Journal of Hand Therapy is 4. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2020-05-01 to 2024-05-01.)

Article	Citations
Proprioception: How is it affected by shoulder pain? A systematic review	36
Investigation of reliability, validity, and cutoff value of the Jebsen-Taylor Hand Function Test	23
Effectiveness of eccentric strengthening in the treatment of lateral elbow tendinopathy: A systematic review with meta-analysis	21
Using Carpal Tunnel Questionnaire in clinical practice: A systematic review of its measurement properties	20
Computer workstation ergonomics: Current evidence for evaluation, corrections, and recommendations for remote evaluation	19
The role of diagnostic ultrasound in the examination of carpal tunnel syndrome: an update and systematic review	17
Diagnostic accuracy of examination tests for lateral elbow tendinopathy (LET) – A systematic review	17
Postoperative hand therapy management of zones V and VI extensor tendon repairs of the fingers: An international inquiry of current practice	16
Use of a relative motion flexion orthosis for postoperative management of zone I/II flexor digitorum profundus repair: A retrospective consecutive case series	16
Effective self-stretching of carpal ligament for the treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome: A double-blinded randomized controlled study	16
Self-efficacy corresponds to wrist function after combined plating of distal radius fractures	16
Effectiveness of video-based rehabilitation program on pain, functionality, and quality of life in the treatment of rotator cuff tears: A randomized controlled trial	14
Utilization of 3D printed orthoses for musculoskeletal conditions of the upper extremity: A systematic review	14
Predictors of functional outcome after peripheral nerve injury and compression	14
The 2019 practice analysis of hand therapy and the use of orthoses by certified hand therapists	13
Joint position sense impairments in older adults with carpometacarpal osteoarthritis: A descriptive comparative study	12
SMoC-Wrist: a sensorimotor control-based exercise program for patients with chronic wrist pain	12
Social participation in persons with upper limb amputation receiving an esthetic prosthesis	12
Defining dexterity—Untangling the discourse in clinical practice	12
Rehabilitation of high upper limb amputees after Targeted Muscle Reinnervation	11
Accuracy of diagnostic clinical tests and questionnaires in screening for carpal tunnel syndrome among workers- A systematic review	11
The effect of muscle fatigue on wrist joint position sense in healthy adults	11
Comparative efficacy of the dorsal application of Kinesio tape and splinting for carpal tunnel syndrome: A randomized controlled trial	11
An occupation-based intervention in patients with hand-related disorders grouped using the sense of coherence scale—A randomized controlled trial	10
Comparison of two relative motion extension approaches (RME with versus without an additional overnight orthosis) following zones V-VI extensor tendon repairs: A randomized equivalence trial	10

Relative motion extension management of zones V and VI extensor tendon repairs: Does international practice align with the current evidence?	10
The long-term effect of neurodynamics vs exercise therapy on pain and function in people with carpal tunnel syndrome: A randomized parallel-group clinical trial	10
Kinematic evaluation and reliability assessment of the Nine Hole Peg Test for manual dexterity	10
Virtual health care & telehealth: Current therapy practice patterns	10
Experiences of men living with Dupuytren's disease—Consequences of the disease for hand function and daily activities	10
Remote self-measurement of wrist range of motion performed on normal wrists by a minimally trained individual using the iPhone level application only demonstrated good reliability in measuring wrist f	10
Purdue manual dexterity testing: A cohort study of community-dwelling elderly	9
A musician-centered approach to management of performance-related upper musculoskeletal injuries	9
Does diabetes mellitus change the carpal tunnel release outcomes? Evidence from a systematic review and meta-analysis	9
Content validity and responsiveness of the Patient-Specific Functional Scale in patients with Dupuytren's disease	9
Convergent validity and responsiveness of the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure for the evaluation of therapeutic outcomes for patients with carpometacarpal osteoarthritis	9
Efficacy of kinesio taping on hand functioning in patients with mild carpal tunnel syndrome. A double-blind randomized controlled trial	8
Normative data for handgrip strength in Serbian children measured with a bulb dynamometer	8
Dynamic stabilization home exercise program for treatment of thumb carpometacarpal osteoarthritis: A prospective randomized control trial	8
Recommendations for management of neonatal brachial plexus palsy: Based on clinical review	8
Does scapular corrective taping alter periscapular muscle activity and 3-dimensional scapular kinematics? A systematic review	8
Practice patterns in the conservative treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome: Survey results from members of the American Society of Hand Therapy	8
Age- and gender-stratified adult myometric reference values of isometric intrinsic hand strength	7
The online version of an evidence-based hand exercise program for people with rheumatoid arthritis: A mixed-method, proof-of-concept study	7
Clinical effects of proprioceptive thumb exercise for individuals with carpometacarpal joint osteoarthritis: A randomized controlled trial	7
Outcomes of surgically treated distal radius fractures associated with triangular fibrocartilage complex injury	7
The Patient-Rated Elbow Evaluation and the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons—Elbow form capture aspects of functioning that are important to patients with elbow injuries	7
Patients' experiences before and after total wrist fusion or total wrist arthroplasty: A qualitative study of patients with wrist osteoarthritis	7
Postoperative management and rehabilitation after the supercharged end-to-side anterior interosseous nerve to ulnar motor nerve transfer: A report of 3 cases	7
Combination therapy with repetitive facilitative exercise program and botulinum toxin type A to improve motor function for the upper-limb spastic paresis in chronic stroke: A randomized controlled tri	6
The relationship between depression, anxiety, and pain interference with therapy referral and utilization among patients with hand conditions	6
Is massage an effective intervention in the management of post-operative scarring? A scoping review	6
Patient-reported outcome measures used for shoulder disorders: An overview of systematic reviews	6
The forgotten radial nerve: A conceptual framework for treatment of lateral elbow pain	6
Impairment of electrical activation of wrist flexor and extensor muscles during gripping and functional activities in the early stage of hand osteoarthritis: A cross-sectional study	6
Sensory interventions on motor function, activities of daily living, and spasticity of the upper limb in people with stroke: A randomized clinical trial	6
Linking ICF components to outcome measures for hand osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis: A systematic review	6
Predictive factors for return to work or study and satisfaction in traumatic brachial plexus injury individuals undergoing rehabilitation: A retrospective follow-up study of 101 cases	6
Prescription of exercise relative motion orthoses to improve limited proximal interphalangeal joint movement: A prospective, multi-center, consecutive case series	6
Practical exercises for thumb proprioception	6
Cost, profile, and postoperative resource use for surgically managed acute hand and wrist injuries with emergency department presentation	6
Effects of a preoperative neuromobilization program offered to individuals with carpal tunnel syndrome awaiting carpal tunnel decompression surgery: A pilot randomized controlled study	6
Role of strengthening during nonoperative treatment of lateral epicondyle tendinopathy	6
Optimal multi-field functional electrical stimulation parameters for the “drinking task - reaching phase” and related upper limb kinematics repeatability in post stroke subjects	5
A follow up survey on the impact of COVID-19 on hand therapy practice	5
Practice patterns following carpometacarpal (CMC) arthroplasty	5
Measuring functional outcome in Dupuytren's disease: A systematic review of patient-reported outcome measures	5
The impact of COVID-19 on hand therapy practice	5
Assessment of construct validity of the Finnish versions of the Disabilities of Arm, Shoulder and Hand Instrument and the Michigan Hand Outcomes Questionnaire	5
Effectiveness of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation therapy and strength training among post-menopausal women with thumb carpometacarpal osteoarthritis. A randomized trial	5
Evaluation of occupational therapy–led advanced practice hand therapy clinics for patients on surgical outpatient waiting lists at eight Australian public hospitals	5
Overhead arm positioning in the rehabilitation of elbow dislocations: An in vitro biomechanical study	5
Functional outcome using early controlled active motion in rehabilitation of a replanted hand: A case report	5
Targeted sensorimotor retraining in the clinical setting: Improving patient outcomes following distal upper extremity injury	5
Determining the Minimally Important Change of the Michigan Hand outcomes Questionnaire in patients undergoing trigger finger release	5

Comparison of finger kinematics between patients with hand osteoarthritis and healthy participants with and without joint protection programs	5
Lateral epicondylosis: A literature review to link pathology and tendon function to tissue-level treatment and ergonomic interventions	5
Shoulder structure and function: The impact of osteoarthritis and rehabilitation strategies	5
Psychometric evaluation of the Southampton hand assessment procedure (SHAP) in a sample of upper limb prosthesis users	5
“I didn't know what I could do”: Behaviors, knowledge and beliefs, and social facilitation after distal radius fracture	5
Is short-term hand therapy effective in a child with congenital radioulnar synostosis? A case report	5
Reliability and agreement between two wearable inertial sensor devices for measurement of arm activity during walking and running gait	5
Proposed method for goniometric measurement of scapular protraction and retraction	5
Effect of pre-treatment expectations on post-treatment expectation fulfillment or outcomes in patients with distal radius fracture	4
Patient outcomes and costs after isolated flexor tendon repairs of the hand	4
Modified constraint-induced movement therapy during hospitalization in children with perinatal brachial plexus palsy: A randomized controlled trial	4
Characterizing response to a dynamic stability modeled approach for thumb carpometacarpal joint pain: A retrospective study	4
The use of wearable inertial sensors effectively quantify arm asymmetry during gait in children with unilateral spastic cerebral palsy	4
The biomechanics of osteoarthritis in the hand: Implications and prospects for hand therapy	4
Treatment of a zone III extensor tendon injury using a single relative motion with dorsal hood orthosis and a modified short arc motion protocol—A case report	4
Increase of weight-bearing capacity of patients with lesions of the TFCC using a wrist brace	4
Work transition after hand injury: A scoping review	4
Outcomes after occupational therapy intervention for traumatic brachial plexus injury: A prospective longitudinal cohort study	4
The effect of Electromyography (EMG)-driven Robotic Treatment on the recovery of the hand Nine years after stroke	4
A scoping review of the use of exercise-based upper extremity injury prevention programs for industrial workers	4
Distal biceps tendon rupture: Is surgery the best course of treatment? Two case reports	4
The development and use of an anatomy-based retraining program (MusAARP) to assess and treat focal hand dystonia in musicians–A pilot study	4
Preventive strategies, exercises and rehabilitation of hand neuropathy in cyclists: A systematic review	4
The clinical utility of a decision-aid to facilitate the use of the hand in real-life activities of patients with distal radius fractures: A case study	4
A cohort investigation of patient-reported function and satisfaction after the implementation of advanced practice occupational therapy–led care for patients with chronic hand conditions at eight Aust	4
Patient Perception after Traumatic Brachial Plexus Injury – A Qualitative Case Report	4
Alterations in forearm muscle activation patterns after scapholunate interosseous ligament injury: A dynamic electromyography study	4
Does mental practice or mirror therapy help prevent functional loss after distal radius fracture? A randomized controlled trial	4
Pain interference may be an important link between pain severity, impairment, and self-reported disability in participants with wrist/hand pain	4
Hand therapy and responding to change in a pandemic	4
Performance-based outcome measures of dexterity and hand function in person with hands and wrist injuries: A scoping review of measured constructs	4
Tactile stimulation programs in patients with hand dysesthesia after a peripheral nerve injury: A systematic review	4
Wrist pain in gymnasts: Efficacy of a wrist brace to decrease wrist pain while performing gymnastics	4
Psychometric evaluation of the disabilities of the arm, shoulder and hand (DASH) in patients with orthopedic shoulder impairments seeking outpatient rehabilitation	4
Intervention reporting and dissemination of information for the management of hand osteoarthritis	4
Feasibility and impact of a musculoskeletal health for musicians (MHM) program for musician students: A randomized controlled pilot study	4
Factors affecting orthosis adherence after acute traumatic hand tendon repairs: A prospective cohort study	4
Investigating the effects of neuromobilization in lateral epicondylitis	4
Investigation of the effect of sensorimotor exercises on proprioceptive perceptions among children with spastic hemiplegic cerebral palsy	4