All Things Flexor Tendon
Each flexor tendon zone protocol is uniquely different and has its own treatment guideline and orthosis considerations. In this course we go through each of the major protocols, individually, and cover everything you need to know about treating a patient with a flexor injury. Regardless of the protocol requested.
Kleinert, Modified Duran, Indiana, St John’s and our own slightly unique HTA method are all included in this comprehensive review of treatment of flexor tendon injuries.
But before we get into treatment we review all of the key anatomical considerations, surgical methods, suture strength and aspects and some of the common complications: lumbrical plus finger and quadrigia.
Orthosis fabrication is also covered for a standard dorsal blocking orthosis with the fast and efficient stretch and tag method. We also share some of our tips for making the best splint possible, like where to add a little foam to improve finger containment and position.
Everything you need to guide your understanding, evaluation, and treatment for care of the patient with a flexor tendon injury is included in this course.
Anatomy, protocols, splinting, evaluation, complications and tenolysis protocols are all covered in this course. Including the FPL and thumb considerations.
Welcome and Ebook
Learn the intricate and detailed anatomy of the flexor tendons of the hand
Knowing surgical techniques and methods is important for guiding our therapy
Each protocol has its own orthosis options. We cover all of the major options in this lesson.
Learn the specifics to each of the most common treatment protocols
The evaluation of these patients is unique based on precautions and contraindications
Whether scarred in or moving well, you need to know when to progress the patient to the next level
We explain our version of early active motion for flexor tendon patients
This is a step-by-step demonstration of how to make a dorsal blocking orthosis
Closing and Course Quiz for CEUs
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After completing the course every student receives a Certificate!