This handout explains the follow-up care after wrist fusion (arthrodesis) surgery. The wrist has been fused to eliminate pain at the arthritic joint, which will allow for improved function. In...
This handout explains the follow-up care after ulna shortening osteotomy surgery. The ulna has been shortened and secured with a metal plate because it was too long and was putting...
This handout explains follow-up care after the surgery of releasing Trigger Thumb. The surgery involved removing the tight constricting bands from around the tendon and removing any ganglions that were...
This handout explains the follow-up care after joint replacement (arthroplasty) of the metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joint. During surgery, the painful and arthritic joint was replaced with new components to allow the...
This handout explains the follow-up care after surgery to stabilize the extensor carpi ulnaris (ECU) tendon. During surgery, the extensor carpi ulnaris (ECU) tendon was replaced back in the normal...
This handout explains the follow-up care after surgical excision of Dupuytren’s cords. The constricting cords of the Dupuytren’s disease have been excised from around the nerve bundles and joints. A...
This handout explains the follow-up care after surgery to transpose the ulnar nerve at the elbow. The pressure around your ulnar nerve has been relieved and the nerve has been...
This handout explains follow-up care after a surgical biceps tendon repair. The biceps tendon was securely anchored down to the bone during repair. A splint has been used to protect...
This handout explains the follow‐up care after the surgery of lateral/medial epicondylar release. If the incision is red or if there is drainage coming out of it, please call us...
This handout explains the follow-up care after surgery to repair your elbow fracture. The surgery was important in order to repair the joint surface and to avoid arthritis. Depending on...