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Varus stress radiographs similar after 6 months between early and delayed weightbearing after FCLR
October 2018
Varus stress radiographs similar after 6 months between early and delayed weightbearing after FCLR
Study Type:Randomized Trial
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:1
Partial Controlled Early Postoperative Weightbearing Versus Nonweightbearing After Reconstruction of the Fibular (Lateral) Collateral Ligament: A Randomized Controlled Trial and Equivalence Analysis
Am J Sports Med. 2018 Aug;46(10):2355-2365. doi: 10.1177/0363546518784301Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
39 patients with an injury to the fibular collateral ligament which required reconstruction were randomized to postoperative rehabilitation with either early partial weightbearing for the first 6 weeks after surgery, or complete nonweightbearing for the first 6 weeks after surgery. Primary outcome was varus stability of the knee on radiograph at 6 months postoperatively. Secondary outcomes include...
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