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Review
. 2013 Jun;40(2):431-51.
doi: 10.1016/j.pop.2013.02.006. Epub 2013 Mar 27.

Treatment of hand and wrist injuries

Kenneth M Bielak  1 , Julie Kafka, Tom Terrell
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Review

Treatment of hand and wrist injuries

Kenneth M Bielak et al. Prim Care. 2013 Jun.

Abstract

Evaluation of the hand and wrist requires a thorough understanding of the anatomic alignment of various bones, tendons, and ligaments along with the physiologic function in order to make an accurate diagnosis that portends appropriate healing and function while minimizing future disability. This article provides the latest research-based evidence of important trends in the treatment and rehabilitation of hand and wrist injuries.

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