When your skin’s soft tissues are torn up while
dealing with sharp objects that can easily tear your skin, a laceration is like
a cut, but no skin is missing. Sharp objects, such as shards of glass, etc.,
can cause a type of wound. Even hammer wounds can cause it, and it entirely
depends on the force and direction that defines the depth or appearance of the
wound. It is prevalent for people to visit ER, and around 7 to 9 million people
are reported to be affected by it. Our skin comprises three layers: epidermis,
dermis, or fascia. Epidermis is the outermost layer of the skin with no nerve
endings or blood vessels. A human body comprises four layers of the epidermis,
except for the hands and soles of the feet, with five layers. Then comes the
dermis, which contains nerves, vessels, glands, and connective tissue. Another
one is fascia which is a combination of connective and adipose tissues.
Signs of Lacerations & Cuts
A laceration is cut deep through the epidermis and
sometimes dermis and/or subcutaneous tissues. If the wound is severe, you would
have to visit ER immediately for medical assistance without wasting much time
over contemplating.
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Pain
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Bruising
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Bleeding
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Swelling
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Skin discoloration
Laceration Diagnosis
The healthcare practitioner will examine the affected
area with an x-ray, MRI, ultrasound, etc., to determine laceration and if any
foreign object is inside. It is usually not suggested to enter an MRI room with
any metal and let them know if you have it in the body.
How Can We Help?
We understand that any acute traumatic injury or
laceration repair can be complex for a person, and one wants to recuperate
soon. Your recovery relies on the therapy you receive following your initial
treatment. Hand therapy is almost required after an acute traumatic injury or
laceration repair involving the upper extremity, usually for several months.
Our goal is to help the patients recover, and in the
process, we design a personalized therapy program especially for you. When you
choose Form Hand Therapy, you can trust that you receive the highest care standard
in occupational and hand therapy. We are dedicated to our patients and will
keep you motivated throughout your therapy program.
Learn more about the treatment by scheduling an
appointment at (510) 530-3030.
