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Tape immobilization more effective than a cast for primary patellar dislocation
August 2013
Tape immobilization more effective than a cast for primary patellar dislocation
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Tape versus cast for non-operative treatment of primary patellar dislocation: a randomized controlled trial
Arch Orthop Trauma Surg. 2012 Aug;132(8):1199-203. doi: 10.1007/s00402-012-1521-8. Epub 2012 Apr 24.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
18 patients with primary patellar dislocation were randomized to receive tape bandage immobilization or cylinder cast immobilization after 1 week of dorsal splinting. The results of the study indicate that tape bandage immobilization causes better long term knee function (Lysholm Knee Scoring Scale) than cylinder cast immobilization.
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