How do hand tendon injuries occur?
Hand tendon
injuries may occur due to:
• Deep cuts in
the hand or fingers
• Accidents or sports injuries
• Fractures in the hand bones
• Sudden force or excessive strain on the hand
What are the symptoms?
Common symptoms
may include:
• Difficulty or
inability to move a finger
• Pain in the hand or fingers
• Swelling in the injured area
• Weak grip strength
How is the condition diagnosed?
Diagnosis
usually involves:
• Physical
examination of the hand and fingers
• Assessment of finger movement
• In some cases, imaging tests such as X-rays or ultrasound
How is it treated?
Treatment
depends on the type and severity of the injury and may include:
•
Immobilization with a splint
• Physical therapy to restore movement
• Surgery to repair torn tendons when necessary
Importance of early treatment
Early diagnosis
and treatment help to:
• Restore
finger movement
• Improve hand function
• Reduce the risk of long-term complications
A Message to Patients
If you
experience difficulty moving your fingers after a hand injury or deep cut,
early medical evaluation can help diagnose tendon injuries and provide
appropriate treatment to preserve hand function.