After your distal radius fracture surgery: Self-care and follow-up - 05/2012

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After your distal radius fracture surgery: Self-care and follow-up

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Abstract

This handout explains follow-up care after surgery to repair a distal radius fracture. Included are sections on wound care, pain management, driving, activity restrictions, follow-up and physical therapy appointments, and expected results.

Author

Bone and Joint Center/Hand Center

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

2009

Revision Date

05/2012

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General Subject

Surgery

Patient Care Procedures & Instructions

Musculoskeletal Disorders

Specific Subject/Keyword

Pain Management

Physical Therapy

Activities of Daily Living

Self-care

Fractures

Languages

English

Record ID

3634