Dysfunctional postures of the hand as part of a conversion reaction.
A dysfunctional posture of the hand could be due to an anatomical disorder or a conversion reaction. A conversion reaction implies that an unconscious intrapsychic conflict is expressed in a physical dysfunction. Treatment of dysfunctional postures due to conversion reactions is often difficult, and case reports are used to outline management. The need for a multidisciplinary approach is stressed.
Honing
M L
ML
University Hospital Utrecht, The Netherlands.
Kon
M
M
D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D002648:Child; D003286:Contracture / Q000523:psychology* / Q000628:therapy; D003291:Conversion Disorder; D005260:Female; D005385:Fingers; D006225:Hand; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D026741:Physical Therapy Modalities