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Can delaying physical therapy improve rotator cuff healing rates?

In 2012, a study has investigated the impact of early versus delayed postoperative physical therapy on patient outcomes and rotator cuff healing following arthroscopic rotator cuff repair. Conducted by Derek J. Cuff and Derek R. Pupello, the research focused on whether the timing of passive motion exercises influences recovery and tissue healing. The study enrolled 68 patients, with an average age of 63.2 years, all … Continue reading Can delaying physical therapy improve rotator cuff healing rates?

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Imaging and Management Insights for Lumbar Disc Herniation and Radicular Syndrome

Imaging Features and Early Outcomes: Research has shown that the characteristics of lumbar disc herniation on imaging can predict the early outcomes of conservative management. Saal et al. (1990) found that the largest extrusions showed the most resorption, while contained protrusions had the least. Similar findings were reported by Delauche-Cavallier (1992), Maigne (1992), Bush (1992), and Cowan (1992), who noted that young patients often exhibited … Continue reading Imaging and Management Insights for Lumbar Disc Herniation and Radicular Syndrome

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