Relative motion flexion following zone I-III flexor tendon repair: Concepts, evidence and practice.

The concept of relative motion has gained wide acceptance and popularity, particularly through the use of the relative motion extension (RME) orthosis for the management of extensor tendon injuries.1-7 More recently, relative motion flexion (RMF) orthoses have been reported as a potential rehabilitation strategy for patients following zone I-III flexor tendon repair.8-10
Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Source Type: research