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Massage therapy session focusing on neck and shoulder relief for improved mobility and quality of life in aging individuals.

Neck

Physical therapist assisting elderly patient with mobility exercises in a bright rehabilitation space.

Shoulder

Physical therapist assisting patient with mobility exercises, promoting physical therapy benefits for aging individuals, in a clinical setting.

Back

Hand using a laser therapy device on a patient's arm, demonstrating physical therapy treatment for mobility improvement.

Elbow

Elderly woman engaging in physical therapy with a healthcare professional, using a pink dumbbell to improve strength and mobility.

Wrist

Physical therapist assisting a woman during manual therapy session, focusing on mobility and rehabilitation for aging individuals.

Hip

Physical therapist using a laser therapy device on a patient's knee, demonstrating physical therapy treatment for improved mobility and pain relief.

Knee

Physical therapist assisting elderly man with leg stretching exercise in a bright therapy room, emphasizing mobility improvement for aging in place.

Leg

Person undergoing physical therapy exercise, using a stability ball for rehabilitation, with a knee brace visible, emphasizing mobility improvement for aging individuals.

Ankle

Overview

Mallet (Baseball) Finger

Illustration of Mallet Finger showing the hand with labeled DIP joint and details of fracture and tendon disruption at the DIP joint, relevant to injuries common in sports like baseball and basketball.

The fracture occurs when the tip of the finger is injured, forcing it into flexion. This means that it bends down towards the palm and avulses the extensor tendon. This injury is common in basketball and baseball when trying to catch a ball. The symptoms include swelling, pain, and inability to straighten the affected finger.

The treatment involves splinting the finger in a straight position for six to eight weeks. Sometimes, surgical pinning the finger in a straight place is required along with splinting.

Treatments

Possible Treatments

Goals

Possible Treatment Goals

  • Improve Function
  • Improve Muscle Strength and Power
  • Self-care of Symptoms
Resources

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