Radial Fracture, Ten Weeks Post Surgery: Volar & Dorsal Glide
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The therapist carefully demonstrates joint mobilization techniques of the wrist (volar and dorsal glide) with a patient ten weeks post surgery for a distal radial fracture, then re-measures range of motion (ROM) of the wrist and notes improvement.
The therapist carefully demonstrates joint mobilization techniques of the wrist (volar and dorsal glide) with a patient ten weeks post surgery for a distal radial fracture, then re-measures range of motion (ROM) of the wrist and notes improvement.
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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.
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Radial Fracture, Patient Education 5: Compression Glove for Edema Control
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A compression glove helps reduce edema of the hand after a surgical repair of a distal radial fracture. The therapist determines whether the glove is the correct size and explains how it works to minimize swelling in the hand.
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Radial Fracture, Part 4: Measuring Edema of the Hand
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Edema of the hand can impact overall hand function following surgery. The therapist measures the swelling of the hand and compares it to the non-involved hand in order to establish a baseline for treatment. The patient is eight weeks post surgery.
