title: Early motion after extensor tendon surgery.
abstract: Early motion programs for extensor tendon lacerations and repairs are relatively new and are proving to be extremely beneficial in the rehabilitation process. This article discusses when these programs are indicated and the details of how to provide a good early motion program.
authors.affiliation: Pennsylvania Hand Center, Bryn Mawr, USA.
authors.forename: C A
authors.initials: CA
authors.lastname: Crosby
authors.forename: M A
authors.initials: MA
authors.lastname: Wehbé
mesh_terms: D005383:Finger Injuries / Q000534:rehabilitation* / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D009068:Movement; D026741:Physical Therapy Modalities; D013708:Tendon Injuries / Q000534:rehabilitation* / Q000601:surgery; D013933:Thumb / Q000293:injuries; D013997:Time Factors