Anatomic and Functional Improvements Achieved by Rehabilitation in Zone II and Zone V Flexor Tendon Injuries

Abstract

Early passive mobilization in patients with zone V injuries resulted in higher percentage of good to excellent results when compared with zone II injuries. However, this does not translate into recovery in grip strength and disability. This study suggests that although the level of the injury is an important factor for the anatomic improvement, it may not be the predictor of functional improvement.