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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.

Yu-Li SUNG
Jul 6, 20234 min read


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.

Ching-Yi LU
Jun 20, 20231 min read


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
Jun 8, 20233 min read


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?

Vita Yu-Hsien TU
May 19, 20232 min read


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.

Li CHANG
May 4, 20231 min read


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
Apr 18, 20233 min read


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.

Vita Yu-Hsien TU
Feb 23, 20233 min read


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.

Yu-Li SUNG
Feb 10, 20235 min read


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
Sep 29, 20224 min read


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.

Vita Yu-Hsien TU
Jul 19, 20223 min read


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...

Chen-Jui HSU
Jun 1, 20222 min read


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
May 2, 20222 min read


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.

Vita Yu-Hsien TU
Apr 12, 20223 min read


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-Chieh TSENG
Mar 22, 20221 min read


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.

Yu-Li SUNG
Mar 8, 20223 min read


Easy and inexpensive palmar inserts made of jeans
Learn how to make easy and inexpensive palmar inserts by using jeans that can be used underneath pressure garment gloves to control scars.

Yu-Li SUNG
Jan 24, 20221 min read


How to make a grip aid for a patient with loss of bilateral hand function
This short video explains the step-by-step process to make a modified grip aid used by people with bilateral loss of grasp function.

Ching-Yuan LIN
Jan 17, 20221 min read


Helping therapists build knowledge, skills and confidence
Since 2013, Sunshine Foundation has been working closely with a local organization in Chennai, India to help set up a Recovery and Care ...

Sunshine Foundation
Nov 11, 20192 min read


Therapists from Nicaragua visit Sunshine
Sunshine welcomed two physical therapists working with Asociación Pro-Niños Quemados de Nicaragua for a one-week study visit.

Sunshine Foundation
Oct 31, 20181 min read


Sunshine organizes training in Taiwan for burn therapists from Latin America
unshine Foundation organized in Taipei a training for burn therapists from Latin America on the topic of rehabilitation of the burned hand.

Sunshine Foundation
Sep 19, 20183 min read
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