Plaster cast versus functional bracing for Achilles tendon rupture: the UKSTAR RCT.
<p><strong>BACKGROUND:</strong> Achilles tendon rupture affects > 11,000 people each year in the UK, leading to prolonged periods away from work, sports and social activities. Traditionally, the ruptured tendon is held still in a plaster cast for ≥ 8 weeks. Functional bracin...
Main Authors: | Costa, ML, Achten, J, Wagland, S, Marian, IR, Maredza, M, Schlüssel, MM, Liew, AS, Parsons, NR, Dutton, SJ, Kearney, RS, Lamb, SE, Ollivere, B, Petrou, S |
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Format: | Journal article |
Language: | English |
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National Institute for Health Research
2020
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