Restoration of wrist extension after paralysis

Tubiana, R.; Miller, H.W.; Reed, S.

Hand Clinics 5(1): 53-67

1989


ISSN/ISBN: 0749-0712
PMID: 2542343
Document Number: 337968
Loss of active extension of the wrist is a major functional handicap for the affected patient. Restoration of wrist extension, primarily accomplished via tendon transfers, is a fundamental part of surgical treatment after paralysis. The anatomy and physiology of the wrist, the clinical aspects, the history, and restorative treatment of wrist extension after paralysis are discussed.

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