A global proprioception concept after hand injury—Patient report

Hand therapist should take into consideration the importance of hand proprioception in long-term functional outcomes and its potential impairment due to various factors. Rehabilitation programs should focus on proprioceptive training for hand injuries but also consider broader aspects such as global...

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Published inJournal of hand therapy Vol. 37; no. 2; pp. 293 - 295
Main Author Cantero-Téllez, Raquel
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States Elsevier Inc 01.04.2024
Elsevier Limited
Subjects
Adult
Female
Hand Injuries - rehabilitation
Hand injury
Hand therapy
Humans
Injuries
Male
Proprioception
Proprioception - physiology
Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation
Proprioception
Hand therapy
Hand injury
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Summary:Hand therapist should take into consideration the importance of hand proprioception in long-term functional outcomes and its potential impairment due to various factors. Rehabilitation programs should focus on proprioceptive training for hand injuries but also consider broader aspects such as global proprioception, plantar support, posture, and balance. Patient's experience after a significant hand and forearm injury resulting from a sports accident, multiple surgeries, and the challenges of recovery emphasizes the importance of holistic approaches to rehabilitation, considering both physical and mental aspects, and praises the role of the physiotherapist in providing comprehensive support and building confidence. •Rehabilitation programs should prioritize hand proprioception training and broader aspects.•The hand therapy approach should consider holistic rehabilitation, including physical and mental aspects.
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ISSN:0894-1130
1545-004X
DOI:10.1016/j.jht.2023.10.002