Static Progressive Stretching Using a Turnbuckle Orthosis for Elbow Stiffness: A Prospective Study

Purpose. To assess the effectiveness of a turnbuckle orthosis as a means of improving the range of motion in patients with elbow stiffness. Methods. 17 males and 11 females aged 8 to 68 (mean, 32) years underwent static progressive stretching using a turnbuckle orthosis for elbow stiffness secondary...

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Main Authors: Anil K Bhat, Kumar Bhaskaranand, Surej Gopinathan Nair
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SAGE Publishing 2010-04-01
Series:Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1177/230949901001800117