What are treatment options for a torn tendon in your hand?

Answer by  Laquesha (61)

Immediate treatment for a torn tendon in the hand includes applying ice and compressing the injured area of the hand. Secondly, a splint may help stabilize the hand while transporting to the emergency room. Once at the hospital, a surgeon will sew the tendon back to the bone or muscle.

Answer by  Napasaurus (243)

When dealing with a torn tendon you obviously want to seek immediate medical attention. Afterwards, be sure to perform some sort of graduating rehab in order to promote proper healing and regain strength.

Answer by  court1982 (9)

Tendons cannot heal unless the ends are touching, therefore surgery will most likely be required. It's usually best to have the surgery as close to the original date of injury as possible. It can take up to two months until the repaired tendon is strong enough to use without protection.

Answer by  3orabi (104)

It depends on the severity and the etiology of the injury, but in general conservative therapy such as heat therapy is used for partial torn and surgery for complete torn.

Answer by  Future (15)

Surgery with and orthopaedicc hand surgeon, followed by physical therapy for rehabilitation and possible occupational therapy to learn basic functional movements.

Answer by  champaign9497 (11977)

They really do not have a lot of treatment options for it the most common are range of motion elevate it and try to use it as normaly as possible.

Answer by  Lisa49 (81)

The best advise is to talk to a doctor. Only they have the proper knowledge for the treating a torn tendon. It is also best to not use the hand.

Answer by  worker76 (773)

There are 2 options. Depending upon how severe the tear is and the location. Most tears will heal themselves over the course of 6-8 weeks.