Why is my finger stiff? -Assessment breakdown and exam question practice
Today we are going over how to know whether the inability to bend a finger is because of flexor tendon adhesion, extensor muscle tightness, intrinsic muscle tightness, or just stiffness of the joint itself. At the end I'll pose 2 practice questions and walk through the answers to help you test your understanding!
Disclaimer: This video is intended to help OT and OTA students learn concepts associated with occupational therapy. It is not intended to be or replace medical advice. Please speak with your healthcare providers if you require advice related to the content of this video. While I have tried to make sure the content of this video is accurate, I cannot guarantee that it reflects the most accurate/recent information on this topic.