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AAOS: Superior outcome when elbow rotation is delayed following radial head fracture
March 2014
AAOS: Superior outcome when elbow rotation is delayed following radial head fracture
Study Type:Randomized Trial
OE Level Evidence:N/A
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
The Role of Elbow Rotation in the Management of Radial Head Fractures. A Prospective Randomized Controlled Study
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Synopsis
300 patients with radial head fractures were randomized to receive a mobilization protocol with either early or delayed active elbow rotation. The purpose was to determine whether the difference in timing has an effect on clinical outcome after 2 years. Result indicated that patients with delayed elbow rotation enjoyed significantly better Broberg-Morrey scores, American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeon...
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