Upper limb 3 Flashcards
(10 cards)
What are the two main types of fracture reduction described in the source material, and how do they differ?
The two main types are closed reduction and open reduction. Closed reduction involves external manipulation without incisions, while open reduction requires surgery and may use surgical hardware for stabilization.
What is the primary goal of fracture reduction according to the text?
The primary goal of fracture reduction is to promote proper healing and functional recovery of the fractured bone by restoring the alignment of broken or displaced bone fragments.
Name three common shoulder conditions or injuries discussed in the provided text.
Three common shoulder conditions/injuries mentioned are shoulder fractures, dislocated shoulder, and rotator cuff tendinitis. Adhesive capsulitis and Shoulder-Hand Syndrome are also listed.
Describe adhesive capsulitis (frozen shoulder), including its three distinct phases.
Adhesive capsulitis is when the shoulder capsule thickens and becomes tight, with adhesions and less synovial fluid. The three phases are freezing (pain and significant restriction), frozen (progressive stiffness, pain at extremes), and thawing-out (movements improve, not typically painful).
According to the source, why are scaphoid fractures potentially troublesome?
Scaphoid fractures are potentially troublesome due to a high incidence of complications such as delayed union, non-union, avascular necrosis, and osteoarthritis.
What is a Colles’ fracture, and what is its typical mechanism of injury?
A Colles’ fracture is a complete fracture of the distal radius with dorsal displacement of the distal fragment. It most commonly occurs as a result of a fall on the outstretched hand.
What is the main objective of rehabilitation after a flexor tendon repair?
The main objective of rehabilitation after a flexor tendon repair is to preserve joint mobility while encouraging the development of a strong, healthy tendon that glides freely within surrounding tissue.
Describe the tenodesis grip (biomechanical tenodesis effect).
The tenodesis grip is a passive grip mechanism where wrist extension causes natural finger flexion (creating a grip), and wrist flexion causes the fingers to straighten/release. It’s caused by the passive tension in the finger tendons due to their attachment.
What is the primary role of an occupational therapist in treating burn injuries of the hand?
The primary role of the therapist in treating burn injuries is to control the scars that form during the natural healing process of burned skin and tissue.
What are hypertrophic scars characterized by, according to the source material?
Hypertrophic scars are characterized by being Red (hypervascular), Raised (due to excessive collagen), and Rigid (disorganized collagen).
