An Update on Physical Therapy Adjuncts in Orthopedics

Arthroplasty Today

Richard Peluso, MD¹  Matthew Bullock, DO, MPT¹  Jordan Aikens, MS²  Jacob Hesson, MS² 

[1] Department of Orthopaedics, Marshall University, Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine, Huntington, WV, USA;Marshall University, Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine, Huntington, WV, USA;

关键词: Physical therapy;    Modalities;    Blood flow restriction;    Laser therapy;    Ultrasound;   

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来源: DOAJ

【 摘 要 】

Physical therapy is a necessary part of the recovery process after most orthopedic procedures. Effective treatment, patient satisfaction, and financial reimbursement hinge on the successful implementation of both surgical and nonsurgical interventions. Evidence-based practice and open communication between therapists and orthopedic surgeons continue to form the foundation of patient care. The aim of this paper is to familiarize orthopedic surgeons with the relevant data behind some of the recent advances in rehabilitation adjuncts to better address the needs of our patients. Although each intervention has been found to be relatively safe, high-quality evidence is still sparse. Opportunities exist for improved outcomes with further well-designed studies to investigate the role of these therapy modalities among orthopedic patients.

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