LOGIN
One vs. Three Week Immobilization for Nonoperative Proximal Humeral Fractures
September 2021
One vs. Three Week Immobilization for Nonoperative Proximal Humeral Fractures
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:1
One Versus 3-Week Immobilization Period for Nonoperatively Treated Proximal Humeral Fractures: A Prospective Randomized Trial.
J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2021 Aug 18;103(16): 1491-1498.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
OE EXCLUSIVE
Synopsis
One hundred and forty-three patients with nonoperative proximal humerus fractures were randomized to receive 1-week immobilization (n=67) or 3-week immobilization (n=76). Outcomes of interest included the visual analogue pain scale (VAS), functional outcomes measured with the Constant score and Simple Shoulder Test (SST) and complications. No significant differences were found in pain or functiona...
To view the full content, login to your account,
or start your 30-day FREE Trial today.
FREE TRIAL
LOGIN
Forgot Password?
Explore some of our unlocked ACE Reports below!
Join the Conversation
Please Login or Join to leave comments.