If it's LRTIA (Ligament Reconstruction/Tendon Interposition Anthroplasty), I had it done on my right hand about 2 years ago. It's a quick, outpatient surgery, minimal scaring, and I had rapid healing. The surgery was a complete success. Mine was done by a hand specialist in PA.
What I wasn't prepared for was the PT that followed. I never asked, thinking it would be the traditional few weeks, I'd get info to do at home, and I'd be on my way. After the second week, I was told I was way ahead of schedule for my progress and they were really pleased. Little did I know, more weeks to follow. Hands are very specialized and I later found out, the hand is one of the most time consuming body part to rehab after surgery. I faithfully did as I was told and truly believe is why I now have far better use of my primary hand. Mine was 2 years ago and PT may have changed, be wiser than I was and ask about PT in order to be prepared.
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