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Addition of low-intensity pulsed ultrasound to callus distraction beneficial to patients
November 2013
Addition of low-intensity pulsed ultrasound to callus distraction beneficial to patients
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Low-intensity pulsed ultrasound as a useful adjuvant during distraction osteogenesis: A prospective, randomized controlled trial
J Trauma. 2011 Nov;71(5):1376-80. doi: 10.1097/TA.0b013e31821912b2Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
36 patients undergoing distraction osteogenesis greater than 2 cm were randomized to undergo treatment with or without low-intensity pulsed ultrasound (LIPUS), to determine what impact LIPUS had on bone healing in these patients. Following assessments made every 3 to 4 weeks, results indicated that LIPUS had a positive effect on healing time and was not associated with an increased risk of complic...
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