Author: | Bednar, M. S. |
Article Title: | Tendon Transfers for Tetraplegia |
Abstract: | It is estimated that 65% to 75% of patients with cervical spinal cord injuries could benefit from upper extremity tendon transfer surgery. The goals of surgery are to restore elbow extension, as well as hand pinch, grasp, and release. Patients who have defined goals, actively participate in therapy, and understand expected outcomes, appear to have the highest satisfaction following tendon transfer procedures. |
Journal Title: | Hand clinics |
Volume: | 32 |
Issue: | 3 |
ISSN: | 1558-1969; 0749-0712 |
Publisher: | Elsevier Inc |
Journal Place: | United States |
Date Published: | 2016 |
Start Page: | 389 |
End Page: | 396 |
Language: | eng |
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Notes: | CI: Copyright (c) 2016; JID: 8510415; OTO: NOTNLM; ppublish |