Procedure
Tendon Repair (Hand/Finger)
A one-page care plan for patients having Tendon Repair (Hand/Finger), covering Purpose, Protection & Preparation, Expectations & Execution, Nutrition & Next Steps, Consistency, Indications and Lifestyle & Long-Term Success.
In this plan
Purpose, Protection & Preparation
- I understand this surgery repairs a torn tendon so my finger or hand can move again
- I understand the repair is delicate and needs protection while it heals
- I follow instructions about medicines, fasting, and pre-op preparation
- I stop or adjust medicines as told (blood thinners, diabetes meds, others)
- I plan my home for safe recovery (splint, limited use, support)
Expectations & Execution
5 points, for partners
Nutrition & Next Steps
4 points, for partners
Consistency
4 points, for partners
Indications
4 points, for partners
Lifestyle & Long-Term Success
4 points, for partners
When to call the office and when to call 911: for partners
See the full plan
Tendon Repair (Hand/Finger) is one of the plans included with a partnership. Partners read every plan in full, and print any of them for a patient.