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Do i need hand therapy if i have surgery?
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Depends: This may depend on what kind of surgery you have and how stiff your fingers and wrist are. Oftentimes, you will be given a set of exercises by your surgeon, which may be enough. However, if you are not making progress, or are having a lot of pain or swelling, your surgeon may have you see a hand therapist.
Answered 5/2/2015
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Sometimes: It depends on the procedure and your propensity to develop stiffness. Fracture and tendon repair almost always require therapy for best results.
Answered 7/21/2012
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