Abstract
Upper limb reconstructive surgical procedures for individuals with tetraplegia are
performed in many centers internationally. Most recipients of surgery return to local
communities and nonsurgical centers for postoperative rehabilitation and long-term
follow-up. This supplement focuses on the clinical significance of upper extremity
reconstruction, addressing issues related to the availability and choice for surgery,
preoperative assessments, postoperative training paradigms, and appropriate outcome
measures. Comprehensive intervention protocols are described in terms of dose, timing,
specific activities, modalities, and related outcomes. Shared knowledge of current
rehabilitation practice, as it relates to reconstructive surgery, can expand treatment
options communicated to patients, increase the availability of postoperative muscle
reeducation programs, and motivate long-term follow-up assessments.
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Publication of this article was supported by the American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine.
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