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I got pins in my hand from surgery. what can i do to strengthen my hand before my doctor take the pins out?

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Don't Do Anything!: You should not be exercising your hand with pins in it. Talk to your surgeon.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Follow instructions: Exercises will be provided under the supervision of your surgeon with instruction from a hand therapist.

Answered 3/21/2012

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