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Extensor tendon injury: Early mobilization superior to immobilization at 12 weeks post-op
March 2015
Extensor tendon injury: Early mobilization superior to immobilization at 12 weeks post-op
Study Type:Meta-analysis/Systematic Review
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Rehabilitation regimens following surgical repair of extensor tendon injuries of the hand-a systematic review of controlled trials
J Hand Microsurg. 2012 Dec;4(2):65-73. doi: 10.1007/s12593-012-0075-x. Epub 2012 Sep 15.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
5 prospective randomized or quasi-randomized controlled trials comparing static immobilization, dynamic splinting, and early active mobilization in the management of surgically-treated extensor tendon injuries were included in this review. The purpose of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to compare these three rehabilitation regimens with respect to total active motion (TAM). Results in...
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