Are burn contractures preventable with an advanced rehabilitation approach?

Injury caused by burns is a distressingly common occurrence, necessitating meticulous care from rehabilitation teams to thwart the development of debilitating contractures. Central to this rehabilitation process is the indispensable role of physiotherapy in aiding the recovery of burn-afflicted patients. In pursuit of refining burn rehabilitation strategies, a comprehensive study conducted by F. Okhovatian, et. al.,(2007) undertook a comparative assessment of two distinct burn rehabilitation … Continue reading Are burn contractures preventable with an advanced rehabilitation approach?

Does timing of shoulder exercises impact axillary drainage after mastectomy?

In 1999, prospective study conducted by S. C. Chen, et. al., investigated the impact of timing shoulder exercises on axillary drainage following modified radical mastectomy. The study aimed to determine whether early initiation of active shoulder movement on the lesion side affects the amount of axillary drainage, with the goal of establishing optimal post-operative protocols for patients. Between 1994 and 1995, 344 consecutive patients who … Continue reading Does timing of shoulder exercises impact axillary drainage after mastectomy?

Can Early Active Motion Enhance Postoperative Recovery Following Extensor Indicis Tendon Transfer?

In 2008, Megerle, et. al., conducted prospective randomized trial, which aimed to assess the outcomes and complications associated with two distinct postoperative treatment protocols after extensor indicis tendon transfer. The study compared the efficacy of dynamic motion, involving passive extension using a rubber band system, with early active motion, which initiated active thumb extension. The evaluation included active range of motion in the interphalangeal (IP) … Continue reading Can Early Active Motion Enhance Postoperative Recovery Following Extensor Indicis Tendon Transfer?