Learn how to effectively deal with injuries to the extensor tendon of the finger to prevent disfigurement and impaired hand function with this brand new course, developed exclusively for Physioplus by Kate Thorn.
Extensor tendon injuries of the hand are common in clinical practice and can be difficult to manage properly. This is a party because the various mechanisms of injury, which include hyperflexion, direct blunt trauma, and penetrating trauma, have important considerations in managing the injury.
A disturbance of the extension mechanism over zone III and a detachment of the central slip can lead to a Boutonniere deformity which is characterized by flexion of the proximal interphalangeal joint and overstretching of the distal interphalangeal joint. Treatment often involves creating bespoke spints that hold the finger in full PIP extension, followed by a rehabilitation period. In this new course, you will learn all about deformity visualization and treatment.
Don't forget the exercise!
The term Hammerfinger refers to an injury to the terminal extension mechanism of the hand and leads to a loss of active extension at the distal interphalangeal joint. The treatment of injuries caused by central slip and hammer fingers ranges from non-surgical treatment with splinting to surgical repair. Physical therapists play an important role in treating these types of injuries to prevent disfigurement and impaired hand function in patients. In this course, you will learn how to recognize the condition and how to use best practices to rehabilitate your patients.
Courses prepared by expert Kate Thorn
Kate Thorn is a hand therapist who has a proven record of creating great content for Physioplus, which has transformed clinical practice for our users. This new Extensor Injury Injury Course complements their Flexor Tendon Injury Management and Extensor Tendon Injury courses now available on Physioplus.
Overall, the goal of this new course is to build your confidence in the diagnosis and treatment of extensor tendon injuries in Zones I – III of the hand, with a particular focus on injuries to the central, slip fingers and hammer fingers.
Unique learning outcomes
At Physioplus we make sure that all of our courses have learning outcomes that directly impact your clinical practice. This is no different and at the end of this course you can:
Discuss the clinically relevant anatomy of central slip extensor tendon injuries
Correctly diagnose injuries to the central slip and hammer finger
Describe the clinical presentation of a central slip injury and hammer finger
Use case studies to design an appropriate rehabilitation plan for patients with central slipped or hammer finger injuries
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