Injuries

Injuries to the tendons and nerves of the hand are not uncommon when utilizing sharp objects.

Procedure

Repair by meticulous reapproximation is done.

Results

Healing follows a prolonged course of specialized therapy.

Indications

Loss of motion or function.

Complications

Vary with each injury.

Recovery

A program of protected splinting followed by graduated controlled motion leading to full remobilization.

Anesthesia

Regional.

Will I get full function back?

Many factors affect the final outcome including those that are injury specific, treatment modalities, and rehabilitation dependent.