Radial Fracture, Ten Weeks Post Surgery: Assessment of ROM
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The therapist inquires about compliance regarding the patient’s home program and notes changes in wrist flexion, extension and ulnar deviation since the previous treatment session.
The therapist inquires about compliance regarding the patient’s home program and notes changes in wrist flexion, extension and ulnar deviation since the previous treatment session.
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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, 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.
