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Rehabilitation after successful finger replantation
Meric Ugurlar1, Fatih Kabakas2, Husrev Purisa2
1Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Sişli Hamidiye Etfal Education and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey.
Objective:
The aim of the present study was to assess results of rehabilitation of patients after finger replantation.
Methods:
The study examined 160 fingers amputated and replanted at various levels between 2000 and 2013 at the clinic. Mean patient age was 29.4 years. Mean follow-up time was 23 months. Rehabilitation of fingers began between postoperative fourth and eighth week and continued until the 24th week. Range of motion of affected hand, return to daily activities, aesthetic appearance, and patient satisfaction were assessed according to Tamai criteria.
Results:
Functional results according to Tamai criteria were perfect in 36 patients, good in 54 patients, average in 27 patients, and poor in 18 patients.
Conclusion:
Post-operative rehabilitation of replanted fingers should begin as soon as possible. During the rehabilitation period, physiotherapist, surgeon, and patient must work in close cooperation. Functional results of patients who adjust to the rehabilitation program, home practice, and splint usage are better.
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