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PCL reconstruction: Cast immobilization improves posterior stability compared to bracing
May 2013
PCL reconstruction: Cast immobilization improves posterior stability compared to bracing
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Does cast immobilization contribute to posterior stability after posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction?
Arthroscopy. 2013 Mar;29(3):500-6. doi: 10.1016/j.arthro.2012.10.019. Epub 2013 Jan 23Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
44 patients undergoing arthroscopic single-bundle reconstruction for isolated posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) reconstruction were randomized to wear either a long leg cast (5 weeks) followed by a brace (until 12 weeks) or a brace for 12 weeks following surgery, in order to compare the outcomes of each rehabilitation technique. Following evaluations over a 2 year period, it was determined that ap...
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