I had surgery for my right ring finger on March 7, 2000. After the surgery my hand was immobilized for 10 days. On the 10th day the spint was removed and hand therapy started. My fingers were very stiff and now, 8 months lator, I have virtually no flexibility in the PIP joint of the finger that was operated on AND the two adjoining fingers. My range of motion is MUCH WORSE now than before the surgery. Other web sites indicate that hand therapy should begin "a few days" after surgery. Make sure that your Dr. does not keep your hand immobilized too long.

Have you been going to a hand therapist? They are as important as the surgeon.