Get 150 teaching hours with the most rigorous curriculum on Tendon Injuries of the Hand"

The quality of life of patients with tendon injuries has improved considerably as a result of the development of stem cell therapies, the evolution of minimally invasive surgical techniques or the implementation of artificial tendon implants. These advances undoubtedly mark the daily practice of Hand Surgery specialists.

Given this reality, it is necessary for specialists to be aware of the optimization of treatments, existing alternatives, as well as the most effective rehabilitation procedures currently available. In this line, TECH has developed this 6-week postgraduate certificate, which brings together in this period the most rigorous information on the study and management of the various Tendon Injuries of the Hand.

A syllabus that delves into the vascularization of the tendons in their ability to recover, stenosing tenosynovitis of the flexors, tendinopathies of the extensors, as well as the approach to diagnosis and treatment in acute and chronic phase of flexor tendon ruptures. Likewise, thanks to the multimedia didactic material, students will delve into the complications that can arise after an extensor or flexor tendon injury.

In addition, thanks to the Relearning method, the professional will advance naturally through the syllabus of this program, reinforcing the key concepts. In this way, you will be able to reduce the long hours of study and memorization, optimizing the access time to the program.

An excellent opportunity to keep up-to-date with the most relevant advances in this field through a program characterized by its flexibility. The student only needs a cell phone, tablet or computer with internet connection to visualize, at any time of the day, the content of this university proposal. An ideal option to reconcile with the most demanding responsibilities and be at the forefront in this subspecialty.

A 6-week academic itinerary that will bring you up to speed on the main tendinopathies and their correct treatment"

This postgraduate certificate in Tendon Injuries of the Hand contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include: 

• The development of practical cases presented by experts in Upper Limb Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

Delve into the most successful tendon sutures and rehabilitation procedures at your convenience"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the field who contribute their work experience to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year For this purpose, the students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

If you have a digital device with internet connection you can view the agenda of this program at any time of the day"

Face the challenge of tendon rupture surgery with greater assurance thanks to the update offered by TECH"

The purpose of this postgraduate certificate is to provide a complete update on the most effective diagnosis and surgical treatment of Tendon Injuries of the Hand. To achieve this goal, TECH has brought together true specialists in this field and provides a syllabus with a great direct utility in clinical practice. In this way, at the end of this program, students will be able to keep abreast of procedural advances and take them to their practice and operating room.

Integrate into your practice the optimal treatments for patients with acute and chronic flexor tendon ruptures"

General Objectives

• Update knowledge in the different medical and basic specialties surrounding hand pathology
• Determine the types of wound healing, sutures and skin grafts to specify the treatment of less complex wounds; escalating to the management of complex wounds
• Analyze the basic anatomy of the wrist and hand to provide a starting point from which to recognize injuries that may occur after trauma or injury of any kind
• Structure the bony and ligamentous anatomy of metacarpals and phalanges of the hand
• Analyze different surgical approaches to the hand
• Compile current arthroscopic treatment methods
• Establish general criteria for the anatomy and pathophysiology of osteoarthritis in the various joints of the wrist and hand
• Analyze in detail the anatomy of the flexor and extensor tendons of the hand, as well as the detailed development of their vascularization and the biology of tendon healing
• Homogenize knowledge and skills in the pathology of the peripheral nerve of the upper limb and brachial plexus
• Update diagnostic and therapeutic knowledge based on the fundamental principles of nerve and brachial plexus injuries
• Guide the different therapeutic options (conservative and surgical) as well as the appropriate time to perform them
• Examine the different surgical techniques used in the treatment of the different pathologies of the pediatric upper limb
• Delve into the anatomical and pathophysiological knowledge of Dupuytren's disease through physical examination and accurate use of the classification of the disease, to determine the appropriate timing of surgical treatment
• Analyze the surgical techniques available in primary and relapsed Dupuytren's disease and the sequelae of previous treatments
• Show the advantages of ultrasound for daily practice in Traumatology
• Explore occupational hand-wrist injuries
• Develop the latest technological advances in Hand Surgery

Specific Objectives

• Examine in detail the anatomy and vascularization of the flexor and extensor tendons and analyze their biomechanics
• Delve into the diagnosis and prognosis of flexor tenosynovitis of the fingers, as well as its complications
• Evaluate extensor tenosynovitis from its initial diagnosis to its conservative and surgical treatment
• Examine the different tendon suturing techniques in different flexor tendon areas, as well as types of post-surgical immobilization and initiation of rehabilitative therapy
• Identify extensor tendon rupture zones and their optimal treatment, as well as their rehabilitation protocol
• Delve into the complications of extensor tendon sutures and their treatment
• Analyze flexor suture failures and their treatment

The high quality audiovisual material will allow you to delve into the most effective repair techniques for flexor and extensor ruptures"