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No difference in adverse event rates with early mobilization following Achilles tendon repair
February 2020
No difference in adverse event rates with early mobilization following Achilles tendon repair
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:1
Early mobilization does not reduce the risk of deep venous thrombosis after Achilles tendon rupture: a randomized controlled trial
Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc.2020;28(1):312-319.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
Patients undergoing Achilles tendon repair are often kept in an immobilizing implement such as a cast or a boot while rehabilitating. As with many different surgeries and injuries, early mobilization is being seen as preferable and important where possible. In this study, the authors randomized patients to early mobilization versus standard care after Achilles tendon repair. There was no significa...
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