Rehabilitation

Abstract

Introduction 42Exercise 44Splinting 48Oedema control 54Scar 56Hypersensitivity 60Pain 62Sensory re-education 66Psychological implications of hand problems 70Stiffness 74Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) 78Rehabilitation of the hand is critical to ensure the best outcome after hand surgery or injury. Whilst surgical and therapeutic interventions have progressed, the principles of treatment have remained much the same....