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Hypertonic saline in intra-articular hydraulic distension effective in adhesive capsulitis

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October 2015

Hypertonic saline in intra-articular hydraulic distension effective in adhesive capsulitis

Vol: 4| Issue: 10| Number:2| ISSN#: 2564-2537
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A

Effect of Hypertonic Saline in Intra-Articular Hydraulic Distension for Adhesive Capsulitis

PM R. 2015 Jul;7(7):721-6

Contributing Authors:
JH Lee SB Kim KW Lee SJ Lee JU Lee

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Synopsis

81 patients diagnosed with adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder were randomized to receive either hypertonic saline solution or regular saline in capsule-preserving intra-articular hydraulic distension. The purpose of the study was to determine the functional and pain and disability effects of hypertonic saline 2 weeks after surgery. Results indicated significant improvements in patient reported ou...

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