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A member asked:
4 months out from flexor tendon repair on rt pinky. still experiencing swelling that comes and goes (mainly top of hand), stiffness/cramping and hand still bent from being in splint for 6 wks. dr's pa and the pt don't seem concerned, should i be?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
This will likely improve with continued hand therapy. Follow the exercise plan that they have for you. If it continues to be a problem, see the surgeon who did the procedure. Best of luck to you!
Answered 3/11/2023
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