Hand and Finger Rehabilitation (Dr. Elisa Tongiani, Dr. Ann Porretto) - Streamed Stand C14

In this highly clinically applicable theoretical and practical course, Professor Elisa Tongiani will illustrate the most common hand and finger disorders, along with specific conservative and post-surgical treatments. After an initial assessment module, where we will learn how to measure edema, joint mobility, and strength in the area, we will then examine non-traumatic conditions such as Dupuytren's disease, rhizarthrosis, and tenosynovitis (including stenosing tenosynovitis, also known as "trigger finger"), stenosing tenosynovitis of the flexor carpi radialis, and De Quervain's syndrome.

This will then cover tendon injuries of the flexor and extensor muscles of the fingers, as well as fractures and dislocations of the thumb, phalanges, and metacarpals. We will also explore finger fractures and the resulting stiffness in the hand and wrist, and how to address them most effectively. The course also includes a new module on trapeziometacarpal surgery, along with rehabilitation exercises for thumb prosthesis.

An additional section by Professor Ann Porretto, covering joint mobilization techniques for the wrist, hand, and fingers, enhances this course, providing a comprehensive approach to the issues affecting this area.