
Pulsed electromagnetic field does not accelerate bone healing in scaphoid fractures

October 2014
Pulsed electromagnetic field does not accelerate bone healing in scaphoid fractures
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
CT scan-evaluated outcome of pulsed electromagnetic fields in the treatment of acute scaphoid fractures
Bone Joint J. 2014 Aug;96-B(8):1070-6.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
51 adult patients with unilateral undisplaced fracture of the scaphoid were randomly assigned to receive either pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) bone growth stimulation in addition to conservative treatment or conservative treatment alone (placebo). Findings suggested significantly improved grip strength in the PEMF group compared to placebo in scaphoid fracture between PEMF and placebo groups,...
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