What's New in the Management of Hand and Wrist Pathology - Part 1

Explore cutting-edge advancements in hand and wrist pathology management in this informative lecture by Dr Angela Kedgley, Reader in Orthopaedic Biomechanics at Imperial College London. Delve into the crucial role of hand function and the impact of manual dexterity loss on quality of life. Examine the mechanical system of the hand, potential complications, and challenges in hand management. Discover innovative approaches including shape pattern analysis, improved fit techniques, joint motion creation, surgical repair advancements, and remote monitoring technologies. Gain insights into the future direction of hand and wrist pathology treatment and research.

Imperial College London
Hand function is essential
Loss of manual dexterity affects quality of life
A mechanical system...
What can go wrong?
What are the challenges to management of hands?
What's new?
Patterns in shape
Improving fit
Creating joint motion
Surgical repair
Remote monitoring
Where are we heading?