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Comparable outcomes in early motion rehab for Achilles tendon rupture with/without surgery
June 2013
Comparable outcomes in early motion rehab for Achilles tendon rupture with/without surgery
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:1
Early Motion for Achilles Tendon Ruptures: Is Surgery Important? A Randomized, Prospective Study
Am J Sports Med. 2007 Dec;35(12):2033-8. Epub 2007 Sep 20Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
50 patients with acute Achilles tendon rupture were randomized to one of two groups for treatment. The first group underwent surgical treatment with early motion rehabilitation, while the second group underwent nonsurgical treatment with early motion rehabilitation. The primary outcome was function and occurrence of re-ruptures. Findings indicated comparable improvements in functional results and ...
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