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.
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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