Search research articles

ABOUT JoVE

Overview Leadership Blog JoVE Help Center

AUTHORS

Publishing Process Editorial Board Scope & Policies Peer Review FAQ Submit

LIBRARIANS

Testimonials Subscriptions Access Resources Library Advisory Board FAQ

RESEARCH

JoVE Journal Methods Collections JoVE Encyclopedia of Experiments Archive

EDUCATION

JoVE Core JoVE Business JoVE Science Education JoVE Lab Manual Faculty Resource Center Faculty Site

Terms & Conditions of Use

Related Concept Videos

Standard Precaution

Standard Precaution

Standard precautions are the minimum infection control safeguards used while caring for all patients, irrespective of their disease condition. They help prevent the spread of common infectious microorganisms to healthcare workers, patients, and visitors in all healthcare settings.
Hand hygiene is the most crucial means to prevent the transmission of disease. Employers are legally required to provide their workers with personal protective equipment (PPE) to minimize exposure or contact with...

Hand hygiene

Hand hygiene

Asepsis is the practice of preventing or breaking the chain of infection. The nurse employs aseptic techniques to prevent the spread of microorganisms and reduce the risk of diseases. Hand hygiene is the cornerstone of aseptic techniques and is classified into medical and surgical asepsis. Medical asepsis includes hand hygiene and the use of gloves. Surgical asepsis, or the sterile technique, refers to practices that render and keep objects and areas free of microorganisms.
Hand washing...

Handwashing II: Pre-procedure and Initial Procedure Steps

Handwashing II: Pre-procedure and Initial Procedure Steps

The pre-procedure steps of handwashing include removing jewelry and rolling up sleeves. However, many organizations allow staff to wear wedding rings.
The hand washing procedure itself includes the following steps. First, cover cuts, if any, on hands with a waterproof dressing. Cuts and abrasions can become contaminated with bacteria hindering the ability to clean the area thoroughly. In addition, repeated hand washing can worsen an injury. The nails must be short and clean, without nail...

Handwashing III: During the Procedure and Post-Procedure Steps

Handwashing III: During the Procedure and Post-Procedure Steps

To wash hands properly, follow these steps:

Healthcare Associated Infections II: Preventive Measures

Healthcare Associated Infections II: Preventive Measures

Essential infection prevention measures are based on the knowledge of the infection chain, the modes of transmission in healthcare settings, and the use of the best practices in all healthcare settings. Compulsory public reporting of healthcare-associated infection rates is needed to allow individuals and the community to make informed choices regarding selecting a healthcare facility.
The best practices for preventing healthcare-associated infections include hand hygiene, patient risk...

Personal Protective Equipment

Personal Protective Equipment

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is unique clothing or equipment worn by an employee to minimize or prevent exposure to infectious agents. PPE creates a barrier between the employee and the infectious materials. PPE must be readily available in the patient care area. PPE includes gloves, gowns and aprons, masks and respirators, goggles, face shields, shoes, and headcovers:

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by

Same author

Enhancing anterior shoulder analgesia with a modified PECS II block during shoulder arthroscopy under regional anesthesia alone: a translational anatomical and clinical feasibility study.

Regional anesthesia and pain medicine·2026

Same author

Artificial intelligence-based nerve segmentation: standardised methodology needed for ultrasound-guided regional anaesthesia.

British journal of anaesthesia·2025

Same author

Chronic elbow dislocations: shorterm results of the "French elbow connection" technique.

International orthopaedics·2025

Same author

Short- to midterm outcomes of 139 pyrocarbon monopolar radial head arthroplasties.

Journal of shoulder and elbow surgery·2024

Same author

Regional Anesthesia Should Be the Standard for All Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgeries.

Arthroscopy : the journal of arthroscopic & related surgery : official publication of the Arthroscopy Association of North America and the International Arthroscopy Association·2024

Same author

Stress shielding following radial head arthroplasty: the impact of preoperative bone quality.

Journal of shoulder and elbow surgery·2024

Search research articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jul 2, 2025

Author Spotlight: Rehabilitation of Stroke Patients With a Digital Occupational Training System

Author Spotlight: Rehabilitation of Stroke Patients With a Digital Occupational Training System

Published on: December 29, 2023

[Hand accident prevention].

Alexandre Kilinc¹, Grégoire Ciais²

¹Chirurgien de la main, clinique Jouvenet, Paris, France. SOS mains Quincy, hôpital privé Claude-Galien, Quincy-sous-Sénart, France.

La Revue Du Praticien

|February 28, 2024

Summary

Preventing hand injuries is crucial, despite advances in treatment. A three-level approach—primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention—is essential to avoid accidents and their lasting consequences.

Keywords:

Accidents Hand Injuries

More Related Videos

Author Spotlight: Advancing Upper Limb Rehabilitation in Patients with Right Hemisphere Damage Using Assisted Active Exercise

Author Spotlight: Advancing Upper Limb Rehabilitation in Patients with Right Hemisphere Damage Using Assisted Active Exercise

Published on: February 9, 2024

Author Spotlight: Enhancing Grasping Abilities for Hemiplegic Patients with Flexible Robotic Limbs

Author Spotlight: Enhancing Grasping Abilities for Hemiplegic Patients with Flexible Robotic Limbs

Published on: October 27, 2023

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jul 2, 2025

Author Spotlight: Rehabilitation of Stroke Patients With a Digital Occupational Training System

Author Spotlight: Rehabilitation of Stroke Patients With a Digital Occupational Training System

Published on: December 29, 2023

Author Spotlight: Advancing Upper Limb Rehabilitation in Patients with Right Hemisphere Damage Using Assisted Active Exercise

Author Spotlight: Advancing Upper Limb Rehabilitation in Patients with Right Hemisphere Damage Using Assisted Active Exercise

Published on: February 9, 2024

Author Spotlight: Enhancing Grasping Abilities for Hemiplegic Patients with Flexible Robotic Limbs

Author Spotlight: Enhancing Grasping Abilities for Hemiplegic Patients with Flexible Robotic Limbs

Published on: October 27, 2023

Area of Science:

Traumatology
Occupational Health
Public Health

Context:

Hand injuries remain a significant concern.
Despite improved surgical techniques and specialized care (SOS mains), accidents persist.
These injuries lead to functional, aesthetic, and socio-professional sequelae.

Purpose:

To emphasize the mandatory nature of hand accident prevention.
To outline a comprehensive, three-level prevention strategy.
To address the multifaceted consequences of hand injuries.

Summary:

Primary prevention focuses on avoiding accidents.
Secondary prevention ensures optimal emergency care.
Tertiary prevention manages after-effects and supports return to work.

Impact:

Reduces the incidence and severity of hand injuries.
Minimizes long-term functional and aesthetic deficits.
Aids in the socio-professional reintegration of affected individuals.