Flexor Tendon Repair And Orthotics (2) Flashcards
1
Q
What is no man’s land?
A
Flexor zone 2 (extensive pulley system)
Primary area where repairs occur
2
Q
What are some treatment considerations for post op flexor tendon repair?
A
Control edema
Perform passive before active
3
Q
How do we know if we need to stretch the extensor tendons?
A
If patient has good DIP/PIP motion
4
Q
When do we perform joint mobilizations to improve capsular mobility?
A
When DIP/PIP do not have good motion
5
Q
What needs to be considered post flexor tendon repair before designing a program?
A
Number of sutures
Experience of surgeon
How much load is needed
