Question 1

does a hand tendon injury have major presenting symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Usually: Usually an injury to the hand will result in lack of full extension
or flexion in one of the fingers. In some cases where there is 
a laceration, the specific injury is more obvious. In some cases
a tendon might be injured without a laceration making the diagnosis
and a precise orthopedic exam very important. Most tendon injuries
need to be treated shortly after the injury for the best result.

Question 2

what is the definition or description of: hand tendon injury?

Accepted Answer

See below: Tendons are tubular soft tissue structured that connect muscles to bones.  When muscles contract, they pull on tendons which transmit that force to the bones causing motion.  Tendons can be injured by over use or sudden injury.  When they occur in the hand they would be described as hand tendon injuries.  Severe hand tendon injuries may require surgery and extensive rehab.

Question 3

what is the treatment for hand tendon injury?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Which tendon is it? Most flexor tendons require surgical repair. For extensor tendons, if it is a laceration it should be repaired. If it is a rupture, many may be treated with splinting, but it depends on the location.

Question 4

what's the treatment for tendon injury in hand?

Accepted Answer

Variable depending o: the injury. Tendinitis is Rx'd different than a laceration, so more information is needed, B more specific about the injury &amp; try again.

Question 5

had surg. nov. 10 for a zone 2 flexor tendon injury to my right pinky. unbeknownst to me and without my prior consent, the dr. removed the flexor digitorum superficialis. with pt and time, will the other tendons eventually compensate for this?

Accepted Answer

: Probably, but you still might be somewhat compromised.  As for performing procedures without your knowledge or consent, it is best to ask the provider Physician/Specialist about your concerns.

Question 6

when is it safe to play sports after a wrist tendon injury is it safe for me to play rugby again the pain is about 3 out of 10 and i feel like its 85%?

Accepted Answer

Wrist tendon injury: Check with your orthopedic hand surgeon. 85% & 3/10 pain is taking a chance in a collision/combat sport like rugby.

Question 7

had surg. nov. 10 for zone 2 flexor tendon injury on rt pinky. still having much swelling/stiffness despite 2x/wk occ therapy and daily exercises. dr and occ therapist say is normal, but won't say how long it lasts. how long does it last usually?

Accepted Answer

: This depends on what exactly was done. I would ask Dr how long it usually takes in women like you with your problem he has operated on. Dr and Occ therapist are good to listen to. They have seen you at least.

Question 8

i refuse to have surgery on achilles tendon injury. what else can i do?

Accepted Answer

Suffer for a while: Then you will likely have a limp and calf muscle atrophy, with compensatory pain of knee and hip an low back.

Question 9

i am healing from a posterior tibial tendon injury but my ankle is acting strange - what's going on?

Accepted Answer

More info needed: Can you describe what you mean by acting strange.

Question 10

what can i do to take care of my achilles tendon injury? i can't put any weight on it without pain.

Accepted Answer

Immobilize : It sounds severe if you can't put weight on it. You need crutches, and see specialist. It could be ruptured. Ice, compression, and elevation will relieve pain.

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Had surg. nov. 10 for a zone 2 flexor tendon injury to my right pinky. unbeknownst to me and without my prior consent, the dr. removed the flexor digitorum superficialis. with pt and time, will the other tendons eventually compensate for this?

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When is it safe to play sports after a wrist tendon injury is it safe for me to play rugby again the pain is about 3 out of 10 and i feel like its 85%?

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Had surg. nov. 10 for zone 2 flexor tendon injury on rt pinky. still having much swelling/stiffness despite 2x/wk occ therapy and daily exercises. dr and occ therapist say is normal, but won't say how long it lasts. how long does it last usually?

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I refuse to have surgery on achilles tendon injury. what else can i do?

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I am healing from a posterior tibial tendon injury but my ankle is acting strange - what's going on?

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