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Can postoperative shoulder restriction prevent mastectomy seromas?

In a randomized trial conducted at a community hospital, researchers aimed to investigate the impact of postoperative shoulder immobilization on the incidence of seromas following modified radical mastectomy. The study, conducted by surgeons C.D. Knight, et. al., spanned from March 1991 to February 1993 and included 38 patients. The trial involved dividing the patients into two cohorts based on their postoperative shoulder range of motion. … Continue reading Can postoperative shoulder restriction prevent mastectomy seromas?

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Comparing rest, physiotherapy, and mobilization: Which yields better neck pain recovery?

Neck sprains are a common consequence of road accidents, often leading to persistent symptoms and discomfort for affected individuals. In an effort to improve patient outcomes, a pioneering study conducted by L.A. McKinney(1989) sought to explore the long-term effects of early mobilization exercises compared to rest or physiotherapy in patients with acute neck sprains. The study employed a single-blind, randomized, prospective design, enrolling 247 consecutive … Continue reading Comparing rest, physiotherapy, and mobilization: Which yields better neck pain recovery?

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