After your scaphoid fractures and non-unions surgery: Self-care and follow-up - 11/2012

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After your scaphoid fractures and non-unions surgery: Self-care and follow-up

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Abstract

This handout explains follow-up care after surgery to repair scaphoid fractures and non-unions. 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

11/2012

Print Abstract

General Subject

Musculoskeletal Disorders

Surgery

Patient Care Procedures & Instructions

Specific Subject/Keyword

Physical Therapy

Fractures

Pain Management

Activities of Daily Living

Self-care

Languages

English

Record ID

3644