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Scandinavian Journal of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Volume 18, 1984 - Issue 1
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Original Article

Positioning, Splinting and Pressure Management of the Burned Hand: A Method

J. Bach Department of Plastic Surgery and Burns Unit Københavns Kommunes Huidoure Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
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B. Draslov Department of Plastic Surgery and Burns Unit Københavns Kommunes Huidoure Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
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B. Jørgensen Department of Plastic Surgery and Burns Unit Københavns Kommunes Huidoure Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
Pages 145-147 | Received 24 Nov 1983, Published online: 08 Jul 2009
 
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Abstract

A splinting procedure to avoid hand and finger deformities in deep dermal and subdermal burns of the hand is presented. The same splint may be used in the healing phase as well as in the rehabilitation period. The method is characterized by a combination of simple materials, active exercises and a teamwork involving the patient and the staff.

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