Acute tendon injuries

Pieter W. Jordaan, Adam C. Watts

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Abstract

Tendon injuries are common and can result in significant impairment of function. This review outlines key principles as well as specific treatments of injury to flexor and extensor tendons in each zone. Technical considerations for tendon repair and cautions are emphasized. New developments from research in the field of tendon repair are highlighted. Rehabilitation is not discussed as this is covered in another chapter.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)53-61
Number of pages9
JournalOrthopaedics and Trauma
Volume33
Issue number1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 28 Feb 2019

Keywords

  • acute
  • extensor
  • flexor
  • tendon
  • zone

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