Seven blind spots in activity training
This article will identify common “blind spots” so that the rehabilitation effect can be maximized.
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Vita TU
- Sep 5
- 3 min
Use of crepe elastic bandage for passive stretching of dorsal scars of the hands
Use crepe elastic bandage for passive stretching, to achieve combined flexion of joints for dorsal scars on hands.
Yu-Li SUNG
- Aug 17
- 2 min
Overlapping pressure garments: Two key points to avoid problems
We explain two key points for pressure garment overlapping that the therapist must consider.
Yu-Li SUNG
- Aug 8
- 2 min
Pressure garment wearing sequence: Is sequence of wearing really important?
Sequence for wearing garments can impact the therapeutic effect of pressure therapy.
Yu-Li SUNG
- Jul 18
- 2 min
Is it OK wearing pressure garments during rehabilitation exercises?
We will explain when pressure garments should be removed or kept on during rehabilitation exercises and key points to pay attention to.
Yu-Li SUNG
- Jul 6
- 4 min
Three factors to consider in regards to the “23 hours” general rule for pressure garment wear time
Three factors to consider regarding the 23 hours rule for wearing pressure garments.
Ching-Yi LU
- Jun 20
- 1 min
Five easy steps to evaluate the burned hand
In this video, Ching-Yi Lu (OT) will explain five easy-to-remember steps to help you evaluate a burned hand.
Vita Yu-Hsien TU
- Jun 8
- 3 min
Use TAM to measure composite ROM and get a better idea of functional performance of the hand
How to use Total Active Motion to measure composite ROM and get a better idea of functional performance of the hand.
Vita Yu-Hsien TU
- May 19
- 2 min
Rehabilitation priorities for claw hand deformity: What comes first, MP or PIP joints?
In the case of claw hand deformity, which joint should we prioritize (MP or PIP) to achieve maximum impact?
Li CHANG
- May 4
- 1 min
Three useful cheat sheets so you'll never be confused about post-burn hand deformities again
Three cheat sheets to remember how post-burn hand deformities present themselves, their causes and impact on surrounding tissues.
Vita Yu-Hsien TU
- Apr 18
- 3 min
It’s not just swelling… Why you should pay close attention to edema of the hand
We explain why edema is serious and why therapists should never overlook or underestimate its impact when dealing with burned hands.
Vita Yu-Hsien TU
- Feb 23
- 3 min
Functional performance post-burns: Don’t forget the impact of scars on multiple joints!
Observing the impact of scars on multiple joints is important to asses functional independence of burn patients.
Yu-Li SUNG
- Feb 10
- 5 min
Saying goodbye and letting go... Helping patients discontinue the use of pressure garments
How can the therapist help prepare the patient’s transition towards a new pressure garment-free life and how to deal with concerns.
Vita Yu-Hsien TU
- Sep 29, 2022
- 3 min
Pressure garments and wounds. To use or not to use?
Why it's important to consider wounds when deciding whether pressure garments are an appropriate pressure therapy intervention.
Vita Yu-Hsien TU
- Jul 19, 2022
- 3 min
Exercises for the distal interphalangeal joint? Use caution and avoid passive flexion exercises!
Caution is required when exercising to avoid secondary damage to the distal interphalangeal (DIP) joints post-burn injury.
Chen-Jui HSU
- Jun 1, 2022
- 2 min
Dealing with hypertrophic scars on the dorsal aspect of the forefoot
A case to illustrate key points Chen-Jui HSU, Occupational Therapist, Taipei Rehabilitation Center, Sunshine Social Welfare Foundation...
Vita Yu-Hsien TU
- May 2, 2022
- 2 min
What makes the safe position safe? Part 2
When immobilizing the burned hand, why is the safe position safe? We'll explain the positioning of the wrist and thumb.
Vita Yu-Hsien TU
- Apr 12, 2022
- 3 min
What makes the safe position safe? Part 1
When immobilizing the burned hand, why is the safe position safe? We'll explain the positioning of MP and IP joints.
Yu-Chieh TSENG
- Mar 22, 2022
- 1 min
How to make a mouth dilator using metal wire
In this video, we will show you how to make a simple mouth dilator using metal wire to provide horizontal stretch to scars around the mouth.
Yu-Li SUNG
- Mar 8, 2022
- 3 min
Pockets on pressure garments?!? No, it’s not a decoration.
Pocket sewed inside pressure garments to place an insert made of sponge or thick material can increase pressure in concave areas.
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