Flexor pronator slide therapy

3 weeks:

The postoperative dressing is removed.

Active and Passive Range of Motion exercises are initiated 15 min/hr.

A Resting Pan splint in full extension is fitted for between exercises and at night.

Functional Electrical Stimulation or Standard Electrical Muscle Stimulation may be initiated as needed to maximize tendon excursion.

8 weeks:

Gentle progressive strengthening may be initiated using putty and a hand helper.

4 months:

The Resting Pan splint may be reduced to night only.

6 months:

The Resting Pan splint may be discontinued.

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