A systematic review on the importance of surgical glove fit and hand performance
The average healthcare provider is often unaware of the unique differences in the shape of surgical gloves and more importantly how this may impact their surgical performance. For example, formers used to shape gloves during the dipping process may be classified as “straight”, “curved”, or a specialised, proprietary former. The impact of the baseline anatomical position of the fingers and thumb, as well as the variation between the specific dimensions of palm, finger and wrist sizes between the former and the actual user, necessitate that health care personnel have a reliable method to ensure appropriate fit during a procedure. Factors such as glove resistance, constriction and fit during repetitive motions or surgical tasks may lead to challenges of ergonomics, fatigue and quality of life.
In order to examine the relationship between glove fit and provider performance, this systematic review
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