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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