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PRACTICAL KNOWLEDGE AND TIPS


Body Image After Burns: Insights for Burn Rehabilitation Therapists
Explore the issue of body image after burns, its impact on recovery and how therapists can support patients in facing these challenges.
Maggie Niu
Mar 24
19 views


Use of special wedge with crepe elastic bandage for finger extension passive stretching
We introduce a special triangular wedge with anchor points for the elastic bandage to achieve finger extension passive stretching.
Karen Feng-Yi HSIAO
Mar 3
16 views


Understanding the Risk Factors for Burn Hypertrophic Scar Development
Learn about key factors that influence hypertrophic scar development and scar outcomes.
Yu-Chieh TSENG
Feb 10
22 views


Challenges of Pressure Therapy for Shoulder Burn Scars
Learn what are the challenges for pressure therapy for shoulder burn scars and what side effects commonly occur.
Vita Yu-Hsien TU
Jan 10
22 views


Maximizing Burn Recovery with AROM Exercises and Stretching: A Guide to Burn Therapeutic Exercises
Vita TU, Occupational Therapist and Project Manager Sunshine Social Welfare Foundation Therapeutic exercises play an essential role in...
Vita TU
Dec 10, 2024
125 views


Pressure therapy for burn scars: What are the considerations for scar stability? Balancing scar protection and scar control
How to balance the need for pressure therapy for burn scars (scar control), with the need to protect fragile and unstable scars?
Vita TU
Nov 5, 2024
32 views


Pressure therapy for burn scars: What are the considerations for scar stability?How to select pressure therapy interventions based on scar stability
We discuss how to choose among different interventions for pressure therapy for burn scars when scar stability is not optimal.
Vita TU
Oct 17, 2024
31 views


Pressure therapy for burn scars: What are the considerations for scar stability? Options in relation to scar stability requirements
Discover pressure therapy options for burn scars. Learn about considerations for scar stability and effective intervention.
Vita TU
Oct 2, 2024
89 views


Effective Rehabilitation of the Burned Shoulder: Understanding the Scapula
Discover the crucial role of the scapula in the rehabilitation of the burned shoulder and understand scapulohumeral rhythm.
Vita Yu-Hsien TU
Sep 3, 2024
125 views


Effective Rehabilitation of the Burned Shoulder: Understanding the Importance of Shoulder Function
We discuss the importance of shoulder function and and the challenges to provide effective rehabilitation of the burned shoulder.
Vita Yu-Hsien TU
Aug 6, 2024
43 views


Managing little finger claw hand deformity: Recommendations for sequence and selection of interventions
Discover effective ways to manage little finger claw hand deformity with our comprehensive guide.
Vita Yu-Hsien TU
Jul 17, 2024
275 views


Managing little finger claw hand deformity: Why it shouldn’t be overlooked
Discover why managing little finger claw hand deformity is crucial for hand function and grip strength.
Vita Yu-Hsien TU
Jul 9, 2024
178 views


Ripple effect: How tension from adjacent burn scars affects shoulder joint movement
Discover the hidden impact of tension from adjacent burn scars on skin and joint movement.
Vita TU
Jun 18, 2024
38 views


Empathic communication: How therapists can help burn patients overcome emotional stumbling blocks
Discover how empathic communication transforms patient care for burn rehabilitation.
Vita Yu-Hsien TU
Jun 13, 2024
71 views


EDC muscle strengthening exercise for post-burn intrinsic tightness: Important precaution for safe execution
Safely execute EDC muscle strengthening exercise for post-burn intrinsic tightness with our important precautions.
Vita Yu-Hsien TU
May 9, 2024
86 views


Understanding the Impact of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) on Burn Rehabilitation
Understand the impact of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) on burn rehabilitation and how to support the patient's recovery.
Maggie Niu
Apr 17, 2024
71 views


How do burn hypertrophic scars on the back of fingers affect joint movements?
Explore challenges in treating burn hypertrophic scars on dorsum of finger, and how compromised skin extensibility affects joint movement.
Vita TU
Mar 5, 2024
26 views

What is post-burn heterotopic ossification and why you need to pay attention to it
Understand and recognize signs of post-burn heterotopic ossification.
Sunshine Foundation
Feb 24, 2024
60 views


EDC muscle strengthening exercise for post-burn intrinsic tightness: Are you doing it correctly?
We’ll demonstrate a simple and easy-to-execute EDC muscle strengthening exercise for post-burn intrinsic tightness.
Vita TU
Feb 13, 2024
160 views


The time factor: Understanding the temporal influence on hypertrophic burn scar development
In this article, we discuss the temporal influence on hypertrophic burn scar development, as well as key precautions to prevent them.
Vita Yu-Hsien TU
Jan 15, 2024
84 views


Hook Grasp Training for the Management of Post-Burn Intrinsic Tightness
Discover hook grasp training methods for managing post-burn intrinsic tightness of the hand.
Vita TU
Jan 4, 2024
122 views


Overcoming Post-Burn Intrinsic Tightness: 5 Blind Spots to Avoid
We discuss the importance of paying attention to post-burn intrinsic tightness, and how to avoid 5 blind spots when dealing with it.
Vita TU
Dec 12, 2023
276 views


Use of crepe elastic bandage for wrist extension passive stretching
Learn how and when to use crepe elastic bandage to enhance wrist extension through passive stretching and avoid common mistakes.
Vita TU
Nov 17, 2023
64 views


Use of crepe elastic bandage for wrist flexion passive stretching
Learn how and when to use crepe elastic bandage to enhance wrist flexion through passive stretching and avoid common mistakes.
Vita TU
Nov 3, 2023
154 views


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.
Ching-Yuan LIN
Oct 17, 2023
247 views


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.
Vita TU
Oct 5, 2023
92 views


Seven blind spots in activity training
This article will identify common “blind spots” so that the rehabilitation effect can be maximized.
Vita Yu-Hsien TU
Sep 13, 2023
40 views


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.
Vita TU
Sep 5, 2023
315 views


Overlapping pressure garments: Two key points to avoid problems
We explain two key points for pressure garment overlapping that the therapist must consider.
Yu-Li SUNG
Aug 17, 2023
60 views


Pressure garment wearing sequence: Is sequence of wearing really important?
Sequence for wearing garments can impact the therapeutic effect of pressure therapy.
Yu-Li SUNG
Aug 8, 2023
45 views

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.
Yu-Li SUNG
Jul 18, 2023
66 views

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.
Yu-Li SUNG
Jul 6, 2023
210 views


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.
Ching-Yi LU
Jun 20, 2023
25 views


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.
Vita Yu-Hsien TU
Jun 8, 2023
1,406 views


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?
Vita Yu-Hsien TU
May 19, 2023
689 views

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.
Li CHANG
May 4, 2023
133 views


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.
Vita Yu-Hsien TU
Apr 18, 2023
433 views


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.
Vita Yu-Hsien TU
Feb 23, 2023
44 views


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.
Yu-Li SUNG
Feb 10, 2023
36 views


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.
Vita Yu-Hsien TU
Sep 29, 2022
626 views


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.
Vita Yu-Hsien TU
Jul 19, 2022
1,130 views


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...
Chen-Jui HSU
Jun 1, 2022
189 views

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.
Vita Yu-Hsien TU
May 2, 2022
448 views

What makes the safe position safe? Part 1
When immobilizing the burned hand, why is the safe position safe? We'll explain the positioning of MP and IP joints.
Vita Yu-Hsien TU
Apr 12, 2022
715 views


How to make a mouth dilator using metal wire
In this video, we will show you how to make a simple mouth dilator using metal wire to provide horizontal stretch to scars around the mouth.
Yu-Chieh TSENG
Mar 22, 2022
109 views

Pockets on pressure garments?!? No, it’s not a decoration.
Pocket sewed inside pressure garments to place an insert made of sponge or thick material can increase pressure in concave areas.
Yu-Li SUNG
Mar 8, 2022
18 views


Easy and inexpensive palmar inserts made of jeans
Learn how to make easy and inexpensive palmar inserts by using jeans that can be used underneath pressure garment gloves to control scars.
Yu-Li SUNG
Jan 24, 2022
38 views


How to make a grip aid for a patient with loss of bilateral hand function
This short video explains the step-by-step process to make a modified grip aid used by people with bilateral loss of grasp function.
Ching-Yuan LIN
Jan 17, 2022
81 views


Sunshine publishes textbook on burn rehabilitation
Sunshine Foundation launched the book Burn Rehabilitation: Theory and Practice, to share its clinical burn rehabilitation experience.
Sunshine Foundation
Jul 30, 2018
26 views
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