The aim of hand rehabilitation is to maximize the remaining functional capacities of injured, operated or diseased hands and upper extremities. Hand rehabilitation is organized by a team. One of the members is the doctor who evaluates the patient and provides physical, psychosocial and professional interventions of other health professionals.
Physical measurements are provided by specially trained physiotherapists, occupational therapists and orthotists. A well-organized teamwork is essential for the emotional, social and occupational needs of the patient and the effective rehabilitation of social service staff and patients with acute and chronic upper extremity disorders.
Hand rehabilitation is required for various reasons; strong>
- Finger, hand, wrist, forearm fractures
- Flexor Tendon and Extensor Tendon injuries
- Brachial Plexus
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow)
- Medial Epicondylitis (Golfer's Elbow)
- De Quervain Tendinitis
- Trigger Finger
- Boutonniere Deformity (Buttonhole)
2-In Hand and Wrist joints osteoarthritis (calcification)
- Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
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