After your thumb collateral ligament repair surgery: Self-care and follow-up - 11/2011

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After your thumb collateral ligament repair surgery: Self-care and follow-up

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Abstract

This handout explains follow-up care after surgery to repair a thumb collateral ligament. 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

11/2011

Print Abstract

General Subject

Surgery

Patient Care Procedures & Instructions

Musculoskeletal Disorders

Specific Subject/Keyword

Thumb

Ligaments

Pain Management

Self-care

Physical Therapy

Activities of Daily Living

Languages

English

Record ID

3647