Hand and Wrist Injuries: Common Hand and Wrist Injuries
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The course emphasizes the importance of early intervention to prevent complications like chronic pain, reduced mobility, and nerve damage. Hand and wrist injuries are common in both the workplace and daily life, and understanding their causes, symptoms, and prevention is essential for maintaining productivity and health. This course covers the anatomy of the hand and wrist, the types of injuries that can occur, such as fractures, sprains, strains, and cuts, and the best practices for treatment and rehabilitation. By identifying hazards and implementing preventative measures, individuals can reduce the risk of injury and promote long-term functionality.
Course Objectives:
Describe the basic anatomy of the hand and wrist, and the functions of bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. ; Identify common hand and wrist injuries, their symptoms, and treatment methods to ensure proper care and recovery. ; Recognize risk factors and preventative measures to avoid hand and wrist injuries in both the workplace and daily activities.
Duration: 9 min.
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Microsoft Internet Explorer 10 or higher, Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, iPad iOS, Mac OS 10, Apple Safari 8, Android Google Chrome. Works on Mobile, Tablet or Computer.
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Hand and Wrist Injuries: Common Hand and Wrist Injuries
The course emphasizes the importance of early intervention to prevent complications like chronic pain, reduced mobility, and nerve damage. Hand and wrist injuries are common in both the workplace and daily life, and understanding their causes, symptoms, and prevention is essential for maintaining productivity and health. This course covers the anatomy of the hand and wrist, the types of injuries that can occur, such as fractures, sprains, strains, and cuts, and the best practices for treatment and rehabilitation. By identifying hazards and implementing preventative measures, individuals can reduce the risk of injury and promote long-term functionality.
Course Objectives:
Describe the basic anatomy of the hand and wrist, and the functions of bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. ; Identify common hand and wrist injuries, their symptoms, and treatment methods to ensure proper care and recovery. ; Recognize risk factors and preventative measures to avoid hand and wrist injuries in both the workplace and daily activities.
Duration: 9 min.