"A contracture is a deformity that results from stiffness or constriction in the body's connective tissues. It prevents the normal movement of the associated body part. Contractures mainly occur in muscles, tendons, ligaments, and skin. Treatments for contractures may involve physical therapy, casts and splints to keep the joint extended, medicines to relax the joints, nerve blocks to numb the affected joint, electrical stimulation, and contracture surgery.
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Query: Hi doctor, My eight-year-old daughter has got metal burn on her cheek left side less than 1 inch above the mouth left side and nose top. The doctor advised Silverex ointment, tablet Taxim-O, and Flexon. But it was so dry and turned black when we applied the cream. Is it normal? How long will it take... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the pictures (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It looks like a profound third-degree burn with black eschar present. I would recommend you see a plastic surgeon. Deep burns take more than 21 days to heal, and they will improve with scar... Read Full »