
Effectiveness of Complex Decongestive Therapy For Swelling, Pain, and Functional Recovery After ACL

Effectiveness of Complex Decongestive Therapy For Swelling, Pain, and Functional Recovery After ACL
Efficacy of complex decongestive therapy in managing limb swelling, pain, and enhancing functional recovery after arthroscopic reconstruction of anterior cruciate ligament.
Appl Nurs Res. 2025 Apr:82:151915.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
One hundred and sixty patients undergoing ACLR were randomized to receive either conventional nursing care (n=64) or complex decongestive therapy (CDT) (n=69). The primary outcomes included limb circumference (calf, central patellar, and thigh), Visual Analog Scale (VAS) pain scores, and active range of motion (AROM). These outcomes were assessed preoperatively and on postoperative days 1, 3, 5, 1...
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