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