Finger prosthesis: a boon to handicapped

Gupta, Ridhima; Kumar, Lakshya; Rao, Jitendra; Singh, Kamleshwar

doi:10.1136/bcr-2013-010451

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“…19,20 Metacarpal lengthening by distraction followed by mini wraparound flap (from big toe) transfer is yet another new approach toward reconstruction of thumb and other fingers. 21 Long duration of treatment, inadequate patients co-operation and aesthetic compromise still pose some hindrances in applying the aforementioned procedures. 22 Patients rarely agree to surgery after hand trauma.…”

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Rehabilitation of Partial Hand Amputations in Pakistan

Khalil

Raza

2022

PAFMJ

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Objective: To describe prosthetic/cosmetic rehabilitation of partial hand amputations. Study Design: Case series. Place and Duration of Study: Out Patient Department (OPD) of the Rehabilitation Department Combined Military Hospital Multan from Jul to May 2020. Methodology: Patients with partial hand amputations, due to any cause, reporting to OPD of Rehabilitation Department in CMH Multan were included. Demographic data (age, gender, education), cause, type and duration of injury and cosmetic intervention were documented. Results: A total of 10 patients were recruited. All the participants were males. The mean age of the patients was 34.1 ± 2.8 years. The average duration of amputation was 5.2 ± 1.7 years. The most common cause of amputation was blast injury (n=3), followed by injury with heavy machinery (n=2), firearm injury (n=2), fall from the train (n=1), electric injury by high tension wire (n=1), and frostbite (n=1). The type of amputation included: left transmetacarpal with thumb sparing (n=3), ray amputation of the right index finger (n=3), right transmetacarpal with thumb sparing (n=1), ray amputation of the right middle finger (n=1), amputation left partial thumb and index finger (n=1), the right fourth and fifth finger amputation (n=1). All the patients could carry out activities of daily living even without a prosthesis. Ottobock silicon finger fillers with cosmetic sleeves were provided to all the patients. Conclusion: Aesthetically acceptable silicon finger fillers are the mainstay of rehabilitation of hand amputations in lower-middle-income countries with poor access to rehabilitation.

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Rehabilitation of Partial Hand Amputations in Pakistan

Khalil

Raza

2022

PAFMJ

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“…The principle advantage of the thermoplastic resins used is that they can be molded to any shape at a certain temperature and its biocompatibility. 4 The prosthesis also does not restrict the movement of the thumb at the interphalangeal region maintaining grasp reflex. The glove-like prosthesis is easy to wear and remove.…”

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Cosmetic Glove-Like Finger Prosthesis—A Novel Technique: A Case Report

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Introduction Complete or partial finger loss is the most frequently encountered form of partial hand loss, which can result in physical, psychosocial, and economic damage to an individual. Thus, fabrication of a prosthesis that can offer a psychological, functional, and rehabilitative advantage can be a big morale booster to such individuals. Materials and Methods This clinical report presents a novel technique of prosthetic rehabilitation of a left thumb with thermoplastic resin and silicone material. Methods include making impressions of the donor and recipient finger, duplication of wax patterns of the donor finger, fabrication of a master cast for the fabrication of the finger using thermoplastic resin and silicone material, and external characterization. Results The thermoplastic resin silicone elastomeric prosthesis clearly fulfilled the patient's objective of restoring his defect with an aesthetically superior, lightweight prosthesis without the need to undergo any surgical procedures. The patient was comfortable using the prosthesis and was satisfied with the retention of the prosthesis. However, application of external characterization was required every 6 months. Discussion This article presents a new application of thermoplastic resin in maxillofacial prosthesis. This technique eliminates lengthy laboratory and clinical procedures and reduces the chair side time for practitioner and patient. It also is a cost-effective technique. Conclusion A convenient and affordable method of prosthetic rehabilitation of amputated fingers has been presented. The morale of the patient was also boosted to a great extent.

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“…Retention of the prosthesis remains a challenging task in treating such amputated finger cases. The use of osseointegrated implants and medical-grade adhesives helps to enhance the retention of such prostheses [ 3 ]. In this case report a copper ring was used to provide the retention to the prosthesis.…”

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A Ring for a Ring Finger: A Case Report on Finger Prosthesis

Nimonkar,

Belkhode,

Nimonkar

et al. 2024

Cureus

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The primary use of the hand is to grasp, hold, and manipulate objects. Perhaps the most obvious kind of non-verbal communication is the hand gesture. The most common types of partial hand loss are finger and partial finger amputations. Traumatic injuries, congenital absences, or abnormalities are frequent causes, and they create significant treatment issues. In addition to the acute loss of grab power, the disappearance of fingers may result in significant psychological harm. People who want their fingers replaced frequently have high expectations for how a prosthesis will look. This clinical report illustrates an easy way to keep an acrylic finger prosthetic in place.

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Finger prosthesis: a boon to handicapped

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Rehabilitation of Partial Hand Amputations in Pakistan

Rehabilitation of Partial Hand Amputations in Pakistan

Cosmetic Glove-Like Finger Prosthesis—A Novel Technique: A Case Report

A Ring for a Ring Finger: A Case Report on Finger Prosthesis

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