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After your hand fracture surgery: Self-care and follow-up - 09/2009

After your hand fracture surgery: Self-care and follow-up
Abstract

This handout explains follow-up care after surgery to repair a broken hand bone. 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
09/2009
General Subject
Musculoskeletal Disorders
Patient Care Procedures & Instructions
Surgery
Specific Subject/Keyword
Activities of Daily Living
Fractures
Hand
Pain Management
Physical Therapy
Self-care
Languages
English
Record ID
3640