Managing Hand Conditions and Mental Health in Care

This chapter explores the assessment and conservative management strategies for common hand conditions like trigger finger and arthritis, focusing on interventions such as splinting, physical therapy, and corticosteroid injections. It transitions to the psychological well-being of older adults in long-term care, reviewing evidence on the effectiveness of psychological therapies for treating depression. Additionally, it compares the outcomes of physical therapy and surgery for degenerative meniscal tears, suggesting that physical therapy may provide equivalent or superior results.