Table 1. Treatment Protocol.
Focus Area | Technique |
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Preparation for Treatment | Thermal Modalities ■Hot packs – focused on areas with limitations ■Paraffin – focused on digital limitations |
Tissue Mobilization | Physiotouch ■Applied proximal to distal in areas with pathological skin in sections |
Arm Mobility | Passive Range of Motion ■Hold end position of joint for 3-10 seconds. (Dependent on skin and joint integrity) ■Repeat for each affected joint/digit Active Range of Motion Functional Activities (limited due to time) |
Home Range of Motion Exercises | ■Tailored active and passive ROM based on limitations in upper extremity mobility |