Coping strategies for hand edema on the hemiplegic side after stroke
Why does the limb on the hemiplegic side swell?
① Circulation obstruction: After hemiplegia, upper limb motor dysfunction and weakened muscle activity lead to decreased vascular muscle pump activity, poor blood circulation, and blocked lymph circulation, resulting in limited blood and lymphatic return in the hands and swelling.②Improper posture: If the patient maintains an i...
Rehabilitation of clawed hands after burn or electrical injury
Rehabilitation of clawed hands after burn or electrical injury
Burns are injuries caused by heat (flame, hot water, hot steam, hot oil, etc.), electric current, strong corrosive substances or radioactive substances acting on human skin, mucous membranes, muscles, etc. It is the most destructive and far-reaching impact. One of the traumatic injuries that seriously endangers h...