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Comparing Tendon Lengthening After Achilles Tendon Repair in Standard vs Accelerated Rehabilitation
July 2020
Comparing Tendon Lengthening After Achilles Tendon Repair in Standard vs Accelerated Rehabilitation
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:1
Comparison of Tendon Lengthening With Traditional Versus Accelerated Rehabilitation After Achilles Tendon Repair: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial
Am J Sports Med. 2020 Jun;48(7):1720-1726.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
Eighteen patients were randomized into the accelerated or the standard rehabilitation programs. The primary outcome was tendon lengthening. Secondary outcomes included the Achilles Tendon Total Rupture Score (ATRS) and Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System Pain Interference Short Form (PROMIS PI-SF) score. Results revealed no significant differences in tendon lengthening or pat...
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