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Exploring the impact of rehabilitation on post-surgical recovery in elbow fracture patients: a cohort study.
Donati, D; Aroni, S; Tedeschi, R; Sartini, S; Farì, G; Ricci, V; Vita, F; Tarallo, L.
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  • Donati D; Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Unit, Policlinico di Modena, Modena, Italy.
  • Aroni S; Clinical and Experimental Medicine PhD Program, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy.
  • Tedeschi R; Studio Aroni, Private Practice, Bologna, Italy.
  • Sartini S; Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences (DIBINEM), Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna, Via Zamboni 33, 40126, Bologna, Italy. roberto.tedeschi2@unibo.it.
  • Farì G; Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Uniti, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Argenta, Italy.
  • Ricci V; Department of Experimental Medicine (Di.Me.S.), University of Salento, Lecce, Italy.
  • Vita F; Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine Unit, Luigi Sacco University Hospital, 20121, Milano, Italy.
  • Tarallo L; IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, 1st Orthopaedics and Traumatology Clinic, Bologna, Italy.
Musculoskelet Surg ; 2024 Jul 18.
Article en En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39026047
ABSTRACT

INTRODUCTION:

Elbow fractures, characterized by their complexity, present significant challenges in post-surgical recovery, with rehabilitation playing a critical role in functional outcomes. This study explores the efficacy of rehabilitative interventions in enhancing joint range of motion (ROM) and reducing complications following surgery for both stable and unstable elbow fractures.

METHODS:

A cohort of 15 patients, divided based on the stability of their elbow fractures and whether they received post-operative rehabilitation, was analyzed retrospectively. Measurements of ROM-including flexion, extension, pronation, and supination-were taken at three follow-ups 15-, 30-, and 45-day post surgery. The study assessed the impact of rehabilitation on ROM recovery and the resolution of post-surgical complications.

RESULTS:

The findings indicated no statistically significant differences in ROM improvements between patients who underwent rehabilitation and those who did not, across all types of movements measured. However, early rehabilitative care was observed to potentially aid in the mitigation of complications such as joint stiffness, especially in patients with stable fractures.

CONCLUSION:

While rehabilitation did not universally improve ROM recovery in elbow fracture patients, it showed potential in addressing post-operative complications. The study underscores the importance of individualized rehabilitation plans and highlights the need for further research to establish evidence-based guidelines for post-surgical care in elbow fractures.
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Texto completo: 1 Colección: 01-internacional Base de datos: MEDLINE Idioma: En Revista: Musculoskelet Surg Asunto de la revista: ORTOPEDIA Año: 2024 Tipo del documento: Article País de afiliación: Italia Pais de publicación: Italia
Texto completo
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Texto completo: 1 Colección: 01-internacional Base de datos: MEDLINE Idioma: En Revista: Musculoskelet Surg Asunto de la revista: ORTOPEDIA Año: 2024 Tipo del documento: Article País de afiliación: Italia Pais de publicación: Italia