Radial Fracture, Patient Education 1: Scar Mobilization
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As she examines the scar at the surgical site, the therapist describes the importance of scar mobilization to reduce adhesions and improve joint mobility. The patient is eight weeks post surgical repair of the distal radius.
As she examines the scar at the surgical site, the therapist describes the importance of scar mobilization to reduce adhesions and improve joint mobility. The patient is eight weeks post surgical repair of the distal radius.
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Radial Fracture, Part 2: Initial Observations
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As the therapist begins her exam to determine impairments that will affect hand function, she compares both hands and notes edema, points of pain and limitation of range of motion of the hand and wrist. The patient is eight weeks post surgery.
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IADLs: Sweeping the Sidewalk
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Functioning at a high level, this stroke survivor attempts to utilize his involved hand during an IADL task: sweeping the sidewalk.
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Outpatient Assessment, Part 2: Patient Goals
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The outpatient therapist continues gathering information during her initial assessment while the stroke survivor describes his problem areas and goals for therapy.
