Therapeutic taping for soft tissue-based digit malrotation

J Hand Ther. 2016 Jul-Sep;29(3):334-8. doi: 10.1016/j.jht.2015.12.007. Epub 2016 Jan 7.

Abstract

Patients with soft-tissue based digit malrotation often report scissoring with digit flexion, limiting functional grasp capability. This author has successfully utilized a taping technique to improve function for these patients. - Victoria Priganc, PhD, OTR, CHT, CLT, Practice Forum Editor.

MeSH terms

  • Amputation, Traumatic / rehabilitation*
  • Amputation, Traumatic / surgery*
  • Athletic Tape*
  • Female
  • Finger Injuries / diagnosis
  • Finger Injuries / rehabilitation*
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Range of Motion, Articular / physiology*
  • Rotation
  • Sampling Studies
  • Soft Tissue Injuries / therapy
  • Treatment Outcome