Condition
Jersey Finger (Flexor Digitorum Profundus Tendon Avulsion)
A one-page care plan for patients with Jersey Finger (Flexor Digitorum Profundus Tendon Avulsion), covering Purpose, Prevention & Protection, Education & Expectations, Nutrition & Next Steps, Consistency, Indications and Lifestyle & Long-Term Success.
In this plan
Purpose, Prevention & Protection
- I know this injury affects the tendon that bends the tip of my finger.
- I know it often happens when my bent finger is suddenly forced straight while gripping something.
- I know my fingertip may not bend even if the other finger joints still move.
- I protect my finger from pulling, gripping, or another injury until my hand specialist checks it.
Education & Expectations
4 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
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Jersey Finger (Flexor Digitorum Profundus Tendon Avulsion) is one of the plans included with a partnership. Partners read every plan in full, and print any of them for a patient.