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What is the most common cause of a ganglion cyst in the wrist and hand?
What is the most common cause of a ganglion cyst in the wrist and hand?
- Rupture of the ulnar collateral ligament
- Small tears in tissue covering tendon or joint (correct)
- Fracture of the metacarpal base of the thumb
- Compression of the median nerve in the carpal tunnel
What is the main goal of rehabilitation after a hand or finger injury?
What is the main goal of rehabilitation after a hand or finger injury?
- To prevent neurologic or circulatory deficits
- To prevent pain dysfunction syndrome (correct)
- To restore function to the affected digit
- To achieve full range of motion in the wrist and hand
What is the primary symptom of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
What is the primary symptom of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
- Swelling in the fingers
- Numbness and tingling in the thumb and index finger (correct)
- Weakness in the grip
- Pain in the wrist and hand
What is the treatment for a Bennett's Fracture?
What is the treatment for a Bennett's Fracture?
What is the main complication to watch for after immobilization of a hand or finger injury?
What is the main complication to watch for after immobilization of a hand or finger injury?
What is the treatment for a Perilunate Dislocation?
What is the treatment for a Perilunate Dislocation?
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Most common cause of ganglion cyst?
Most common cause of ganglion cyst?
Small tears in tissue covering a tendon or joint.
Goal of hand/finger injury rehab?
Goal of hand/finger injury rehab?
To prevent pain dysfunction syndrome
Primary symptom of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Primary symptom of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Numbness and tingling in the thumb and index finger.
Treatment for Bennett's Fracture?
Treatment for Bennett's Fracture?
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Main complication after hand/finger immobilization?
Main complication after hand/finger immobilization?
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Treatment for a Perilunate Dislocation?
Treatment for a Perilunate Dislocation?
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