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Early mobilization vs immobilization after Achilles tendon repair: Recovery & satisfaction
January 2016
Early mobilization vs immobilization after Achilles tendon repair: Recovery & satisfaction
Study Type:Meta-analysis/Systematic Review
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Early functional rehabilitation or cast immobilisation for the postoperative management of acute Achilles tendon rupture? A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials
Br J Sports Med. 2015 Oct;49(20):1329-35Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
10 randomized controlled trials comparing early mobilization (bracing) and immobilization (casting) protocols after Achilles tendon repair were included in this meta-analysis. The pooled results of the included studies demonstrated no significant differences between protocols in the incidence of or the time to, return to employment and return to pre-injury sporting level. There was also no signifi...
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