Radial Fracture, Ten Weeks Post Surgery: Intrinsic & Extrinsic Stretching
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The therapist describes and demonstrates how to improve wrist range of motion (ROM) related specifically to the intrinsic and extrinsic muscles of the hand and wrist.
The therapist describes and demonstrates how to improve wrist range of motion (ROM) related specifically to the intrinsic and extrinsic muscles of the hand and wrist.
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Radial Fracture, Part 5: Measuring Hand Strength
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Eight weeks post surgery, the initial assessment continues with the measurement of hand strength following surgery for fracture of the distal radius. The therapist uses a dynamometer and pinch gauge to measure grip and pinch strength.
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Radial Fracture, Patient Education 4: Strengthening & Edema
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Weakness and edema are two key problem areas for this patient (eight weeks post radial fracture repair). The therapist introduces a strengthening program for grasp and also demonstrates lymphatic massage to help reduce edema of the hand and wrist.
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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.
