Radial Fracture, Patient Education 6: Answering Patient Questions
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As the initial treatment session ends, the patient asks a common question: “How long will this take?” The therapist explains how end range of motion feels and the importance of continuing active range of motion to minimize loss of hand function.
As the initial treatment session ends, the patient asks a common question: “How long will this take?” The therapist explains how end range of motion feels and the importance of continuing active range of motion to minimize loss of hand function.
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Radial Fracture, Patient Education 3: AROM Program
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Radial Fracture, Part 1: Initial Assessment Begins
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