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Four sources of inspiration for post-burn ADL assistive devices

Find inspiration and creative solutions to design assistive devices that improve the lives of burn patients.

BADL as training goals post-burns – Making rehabilitation more purposeful for our patients

Vita TU

Oct 5, 20234 min read

BADL as training goals post-burns – Making rehabilitation more purposeful for our patients

Find out how to make rehabilitation more meaningful for patients by using BADL as training goals post-burns.

Sep 13, 20236 min read

Seven blind spots in activity training

This article will identify common “blind spots” so that the rehabilitation effect can be maximized.

Use of crepe elastic bandage for passive stretching of dorsal scars of the hands

Vita TU

Sep 5, 20233 min read

Use of crepe elastic bandage for passive stretching of dorsal scars of the hands

Use crepe elastic bandage for passive stretching, to achieve combined flexion of joints for dorsal scars on hands.

Overlapping pressure garments: Two key points to avoid problems

Aug 17, 20232 min read

Overlapping pressure garments: Two key points to avoid problems

We explain two key points for pressure garment overlapping that the therapist must consider.

Pressure garment wearing sequence: Is sequence of wearing really important?

Aug 8, 20232 min read

Pressure garment wearing sequence: Is sequence of wearing really important?

Sequence for wearing garments can impact the therapeutic effect of pressure therapy.

Is it OK wearing pressure garments during rehabilitation exercises?

Jul 18, 20232 min read

Is it OK wearing pressure garments during rehabilitation exercises?

We will explain when pressure garments should be removed or kept on during rehabilitation exercises and key points to pay attention to.

Three factors to consider in regards to the “23 hours” general rule for pressure garment wear time

Jul 6, 20234 min read

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.

Five easy steps to evaluate the burned hand

Ching-Yi LU

Jun 20, 20231 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.

Use TAM to measure composite ROM and get a better idea of functional performance of the hand

Jun 8, 20233 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.

Rehabilitation priorities for claw hand deformity: What comes first, MP or PIP joints?

May 19, 20232 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?

Three useful cheat sheets so you'll never be confused about post-burn hand deformities again

Li CHANG

May 4, 20231 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.

It’s not just swelling… Why you should pay close attention to edema of the hand

Apr 18, 20233 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.

Functional performance post-burns: Don’t forget the impact of scars on multiple joints!

Feb 23, 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.

Saying goodbye and letting go... Helping patients discontinue the use of pressure garments

Feb 10, 20235 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.

Pressure garments and wounds. To use or not to use?

Sep 29, 20224 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.

Exercises for the distal interphalangeal joint? Use caution and avoid passive flexion exercises!

Jul 19, 20223 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.

Dealing with hypertrophic scars on the dorsal aspect of the forefoot

Chen-Jui HSU

Jun 1, 20222 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...

What makes the safe position safe? Part 2

May 2, 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.

What makes the safe position safe? Part 1

Apr 12, 20223 min read