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Clinical Intent
This protocol provides a structured, evidence-informed framework for evaluating and rehabilitating thoracic limb digit injuries across acute, subacute, and chronic phases. Emphasis is placed on accurate tissue identification, severity grading, appropriate early protection, and progressive reintroduction of controlled loading based on clinical findings and functional tolerance rather than rigid timelines.
Distal phalanges (P1-P3) and interphalangeal joints (PIP, DIP)
Collateral ligaments and joint capsules of the digits
Superficial and deep digital flexor tendons; common digital extensor tendons
Degenerative osteoarthritis of the digit joints
Clinical Intent
This protocol provides a structured, evidence-informed framework for evaluating and rehabilitating thoracic limb digit injuries across acute, subacute, and chronic phases. Emphasis is placed on accurate tissue identification, severity grading, appropriate early protection, and progressive reintroduction of controlled loading based on clinical findings and functional tolerance rather than rigid timelines.
Distal phalanges (P1-P3) and interphalangeal joints (PIP, DIP)
Collateral ligaments and joint capsules of the digits
Superficial and deep digital flexor tendons; common digital extensor tendons
Degenerative osteoarthritis of the digit joints