Zone 5 to 7+ Extensor Tendon Repair Yoke Relative Motion Splint
Date issued: October 2023
Review date: October 2025
Ref: B-500/JT/Occupational Therapy/ Zone 5 to 7+ Extensor Tendon Repair Yoke
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Introduction
You have had the tendon(s) that straighten your finger(s) repaired. This will need to be protected in a splint. It will take several months to become strong.
Wearing your splint
- The splint is fitted to stop your finger(s) bending and to protect your tendon repair.
- Your splint should not be removed until instructed to do so by your therapist – that includes showering / bathing.
- Keep the splint away from anything hot (hot water / fire / radiator) as it will become soft and lose its shape.
Remember
- Keep your hand elevated to reduce the swelling.
- Keep your uninjured joints moving to prevent stiffness.
- If your splint is rubbing or is uncomfortable, please contact us.
- Once wound is healed massage scar as directed by your therapist.
Exercise and Splint Regime
You will need to do regular exercises to prevent your finger becoming stiff and to allow the tendon to glide when it is strong enough to do so.
For the first 4 weeks you will wear a Yoke Splint and Wrist Splint / Brace.
Yoke Splint only for a further 2 weeks.
Exercise in your splint(s) every 2 hours. Do each exercise 5-10 reps
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Make a hook grip and straighten fingers. Hold each position for x10 seconds.
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Make a fist and straighten fingers. Hole each position for x10 seconds.
You can use your hand for light activities, e.g., doing up buttons/shoelaces, holding a newspaper, using your mobile phone.
Do not use your hand for heavier activities, e.g., carrying a cup of tea / plate of food, pulling up jeans, opening doors, contact sports, driving.
If there is a sudden decrease in your movement, or the splint is causing you discomfort or is damaged, please contact your therapist.
Your therapist name is:………………………………………………
Tel…………………………………………..
If you have any questions / concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us.
