Therapy for the occupationally injured hand.
Basic considerations for rehabilitation of the occupationally injured hand are discussed. Factors affecting motivation of the patient as well as clinical assessment and treatment planning are reviewed. Brief postoperative routines for common injuries are outlined.
D002349:Carpal Tunnel Syndrome / Q000534:rehabilitation; D004599:Electric Stimulation Therapy; D005596:Fractures, Closed / Q000534:rehabilitation; D006230:Hand Injuries / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D006358:Hot Temperature / Q000627:therapeutic use; D006801:Humans; D008405:Massage; D009042:Motivation; D009784:Occupational Diseases / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D059348:Peripheral Nerve Injuries; D013165:Splints; D013708:Tendon Injuries / Q000534:rehabilitation; D004561:Transcutaneous Electric Nerve Stimulation