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Posture in Burn Shoulder Rehabilitation: Why Range of Motion Remains Limited Even After Scar Improvement
Learn why shoulder mobility may remain limited after burn scar improvement. This article explores the role of posture in burn shoulder rehabilitation and how it affects active movement, pain, and functional recovery.

Shiou-Han Yang
Jul 74 min read


How to Manage Burn Rehabilitation Frustration Without Burning Out as a Therapist
Burn rehabilitation frustration is common for patients and therapists alike. Learn why stagnation occurs and how therapists can support patients without burning out.

Shiou-Han Yang
Jun 94 min read


How to Talk to Patients About Burn Scar Maturation: Managing Expectations, Emotions, and Motivation During Active Scar Growth
Understanding burn scar maturation is one thing. Explaining it to patients—especially when scars are growing aggressively—is another. This article focuses on how to translate scar maturation concepts into patient-centered communication, with practical language therapists can use in everyday clinical conversations.

Shiou-Han Yang
May 55 min read


Burn Scar Maturation: Understanding Scar Healing and Assessing Scar Maturity in Clinical Practice
Burn scar maturation explained for rehabilitation therapists: understand burn scar healing stages, assess scar maturity clinically, and learn why time alone is not enough.

Shiou-Han Yang
Apr 65 min read


Burn Hand Evaluation and Problem Prioritization: A Guide for Rehabilitation Therapists
Learn essential considerations of burn hand evaluation and problem prioritization in complex post-burn cases. This guide outlines key steps for effective rehabilitation and better functional outcomes.

Sunshine Foundation
Mar 93 min read


Burn Rehabilitation Multidisciplinary Teamwork: How Therapists, Social Workers, and Psychologists Collaborate to Support Recovery
Explore burn rehabilitation multidisciplinary teamwork and learn how therapists, social workers, and psychologists collaborate to support recovery.

Vita TU
Feb 104 min read


Understanding the Limitations of Pressure Garments in Burn Scar Management and How to Mitigate Them
Understand what are the limitations of pressure garments in burn scar management and learn strategies to mitigate them.

Yu-Li SUNG
Jan 95 min read


Pressure Garments in Pediatric Burn Rehabilitation: Special Considerations and Challenges
Learn about the benefits, as well as special considerations for pressure garments in pediatric burn rehabilitation.

Yu-Li SUNG
Dec 11, 20253 min read


Post-Burn Hand Muscle Imbalance: Understanding Flexor and Extensor Tension in the Hand
Discover the causes and effects of Post-Burn Hand Muscle Imbalance. Learn how flexor and extensor tension impacts recovery and function.

Vita Yu-Hsien TU
Nov 6, 20255 min read


When to Start Pressure Garment Measurement and Use After Burn Injury: Timing and Clinical Considerations
Discover essential clinical consideration to understand when to start pressure garment measurement and use in burn rehabilitation.

Yu-Li SUNG
Oct 4, 20254 min read


Gauze Wrapping for Post-Burn Hand Management: Clinical Considerations for Burn Therapists
Learn how gauze wrapping for post-burn hand management supports provides gentle compression for edema and scar control—ideal for resource-limited settings. Also watch our step-by-step guide.

Shiou-Han Yang
Sep 4, 20253 min read


Safe and Effective Use of Coban for Post-Burn Management of Hand Edema and Scar Control
Thinking about using Coban in post-burn hand management? Here's what therapists need to know about safety, skin protection, and when not to wrap, as well as a full step-by-step demonstration video.

Shiou-Han Yang
Aug 27, 20254 min read


Pressure Garment Pressure Levels in Burn Scar Management: Is Tighter Really Better?
Explore the pressure level of pressure garments and discover why tighter isn't always better. Learn about optimal pressure levels.

Yu-Li SUNG
Aug 5, 20254 min read


Splinting in Burn Rehabilitation: Should Daytime Splint or Exercise Be the Priority? How to Balance Splinting in Burn Rehabilitation with Active Movement for Optimal Hand Function Recovery
Discover how to balance splinting in burn rehabilitation with active movement exercises for optimal hand function recovery.

Vita Yu-Hsien TU
Jul 8, 20254 min read


Addressing Post-Burn Fingernail Deformities Caused by Dorsal Scar Contractures
We examine the physical and functional impact of post-burn fingernail deformities, as well as what are the interventions to prevent or manage fingernail deformities.

Sunshine Foundation
Jun 10, 20254 min read


Maximizing Stretching Exercises in Burn Rehabilitation with Mechanical Assistance: How Can Equipment Help?
Explore how mechanical assistance from equipment and devices aids stretching exercises in burn rehabilitation.

Vita Yu-Hsien TU
May 8, 20256 min read


Seven Recommendations to Ensure Safe and Effective Stretching Exercises for Burn Rehabilitation
Seven practical recommendations to ensure stretching exercises for burn rehabilitation are performed safely and effectively.

Vita Yu-Hsien TU
Apr 8, 20254 min read


Body Image After Burns: Insights for Burn Rehabilitation Therapists
Explore the issue of body image after burns, its impact on recovery and how therapists can support patients in facing these challenges.

Maggie Niu
Mar 24, 20255 min read


Use of special wedge with crepe elastic bandage for finger extension passive stretching
We introduce a special triangular wedge with anchor points for the elastic bandage to achieve finger extension passive stretching.

Karen Feng-Yi HSIAO
Mar 3, 20255 min read


Understanding the Risk Factors for Burn Hypertrophic Scar Development
Learn about key factors that influence hypertrophic scar development and scar outcomes.

Yu-Chieh TSENG
Feb 10, 20254 min read
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