How to Fix Hand Stiffness After Injury or Surgery

Struggling to move your hand after a fracture, surgery, or too much rest? This video is your guide to understanding and treating hand stiffness in the later stages of healing. Orthopedic surgeon and hand specialist Dr. Lucius Pomerantz breaks down the recovery timeline, explains why your hand might be stiff, and discusses targeted treatment options, like splinting, stretching, and neural retraining. This is Part 2 of our hand stiffness series. If you missed Part 1, start there for prevention and early recovery tips. Topics Covered: -Why hand stiffness happens -When to start motion after injury -Passive vs. active range of motion -Collagen, scar tissue, and healing phases -Stretching, splinting, and therapy -When to consider surgery 🩺 This is educational and not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult your physician or therapist for personalized guidance. ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 Injury recap and current problem 00:22 The impact of hand stiffness on life 00:29 About this video (Part 2 in series) 00:39 Overview of video content 01:17 The healing phases explained 02:22 Balancing motion and rest 03:02 Why are you still stiff? 03:12 Active vs. passive range of motion 03:25 Common causes of hand stiffness 05:27 Targeted treatments explained 06:08 Splints: help or harm? 07:23 Recovery timeline expectations 08:14 When to consider surgery 09:53 Final advice and takeaways 10:27 Outro from Dr. Pomerantz - - - - If you have an idea of something you want to see me cover on this channel please feel free to let me know! Please SUBSCRIBE to get notified when new videos are uploaded! Let's connect: Instagram:   / drlucmd   Facebook:   / drluciusfightdoc   Website: https://synergysmg.com/physician/m-lu... Contact Email: [email protected] ** Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only. Any medical information on this channel is intended for general guidance only and must never be considered a substitute for consulting with your own physician. Always seek out the advice of a qualified health professional for your personal situation. ** The information provided on this platform is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read or seen here. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or emergency services immediately. This platform does not create a doctor-patient relationship. The content shared is based on general knowledge and should not be considered tailored to individual circumstances. For personalized advice, please consult a licensed healthcare professional. Use of this platform and reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.