Hand Rehabilitation
Ankara hand rehabilitation is a physical therapy application to strengthen the mobilization of the hand and reduce pain. The hand is a very important organ in ensuring our communication with the world. As a result of fractures, dislocations or bone calcifications, loss of functional functions of the hand may occur. When these damages are not treated, a person’s quality of life can be drastically reduced. Hand rehabilitation is vital for the re-strengthening of the hand and the healthy completion of the treatment.
You can find more information about hand rehabilitation in the continuation of our article. For all your questions about physical therapy applications in Ankara, you can contact the clinic of Specialist Dr. Nural Aydın.
What is Hand Rehabilitation?
Physical therapy; are methods that can be applied to every part of the body and provide the elimination of functional problems that arise for various reasons. This process, which proceeds with the guidance of experts, is different from classical exercises. Because it is a matter of determining the exact needs of the patient and making treatment planning according to the age and condition of the damage. This means that the organs that have lost their function are repaired in a healthy way and regain their function.
Hand rehabilitation, on the other hand, is an exercise that is applied to the area between the wrist and shoulder and repairs the muscles and bones in the hand-wrist area damaged for various reasons. Thanks to hand rehabilitation, it is aimed to facilitate the movements of the hand and to eliminate severe pain in the hand-wrist area.
What is the Purpose of Hand Rehabilitation?
Hand rehabilitation can be done both before resorting to surgery and after the surgical procedure. With rehabilitation the goal is:
- To maintain the function of the hand or increase its strength with the help of various physical therapy tools.
- Ensuring that hand movements are balanced.
- To repair damage to bones and joints.
- It is to reduce or eliminate numbness in the fingertips for various reasons.
What Diseases Can Be Treated with Hand Rehabilitation?
- Sports injuries
- Tendinitis
- Fractures and dislocations
- Crushing of hand tissues
- Tendon/nerve damage in the hand and wrist area
- Cumulative traumas
- Amputation and burns
- Arthritis, i.e. calcification in the wrists
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Congenital anomalies
- Open wound
- Damage due to infection
- Joint and ligament injuries
- Hand tissue damage caused by childbirth can be treated.
What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Carpal tunnel syndrome is one of the conditions in which hand rehabilitation is most often needed. The muscle and ligament structure that reaches from the arm to the hand is called the carpal tunnel. The damage to the nerves in this area by exposure to pressure is called carpal tunnel syndrome. Carpal tunnel syndrome; It is a disorder characterized by numbness and tingling in the hand, especially at the fingertips. Therefore, it significantly reduces the quality of life of patients. It may prevent him from fulfilling his daily tasks and responsibilities. The most effective treatment method in simple and moderate carpal tunnel syndrome cases is hand rehabilitation.
How is Hand Rehabilitation Done?
Different methods may be preferred in hand rehabilitation treatment. Treatment may vary according to the needs of the patient. Therefore, the process of hand rehabilitation is planned by specialist doctors. According to the patient’s response to physical therapy, the rehabilitation process can be accelerated. Or it can be extended a little longer.
In hand rehabilitation, physical evaluation, customized static and dynamic splints, pain control and the provision of range of motion are essential. With soft tissue mobilization, flexibility and strengthening exercises, it is ensured that the hand regains its strength or has the best possible functionality. The rehabilitation process includes practices and exercises for this purpose.
Ankara hand rehabilitation plays the most important role in the treatment of many disorders in the musculoskeletal system. It is often the first treatment of choice before surgery. At the same time, after surgical procedures, it helps the patient to recover in a short time and return to his daily life. If you want to get more information about hand rehabilitation, you can contact our clinic in Ankara; You can make an appointment with Dr. Nural Aydın.
