The Influence of Adherence to Orthosis and Physiotherapy Protocol on Functional Outcome after Proximal Humeral Fracture in the Elderly
In the treatment of proximal humeral fractures (PHF), patients are often recommended to wear a sling or orthosis and to perform physiotherapy. However, some patients, especially elderly ones, struggle to comply with these rehabilitation regimens. Therefore, the aim of the study was to evaluate wheth...
Main Authors: | Evi Fleischhacker, Johannes Gleich, Vera Smolka, Carl Neuerburg, Wolfgang Böcker, Tobias Helfen |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-02-01
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Series: | Journal of Clinical Medicine |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/12/5/1762 |
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