25/03/2026
Extensor Tendon Injury – Zone 6 | Successful Reconstruction ✋
A case of 2 month old extensor tendon injury in Zone 6 managed with reconstruction with palmaris longus tendon autograft and structured rehabilitation.
🔍 Injury Details:
Location: Zone 6
Challenges: Tendon retraction, maintaining proper tension, preventing adhesions
🛠 Surgical Approach:
Careful tendon identification and handling
Reconstruction using Palmaris longus tendon autograft
💪 Outcome:
Good tendon continuity
Stable repair
Promising functional recovery with rehab
👨⚕️ Consultant:
Dr. Saroj Kumar Bhagat
M.S. Orthopaedic (AIIMS)