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Effect of electrical stimulation on fusion rate in spinal fusion surgery
February 2016
Effect of electrical stimulation on fusion rate in spinal fusion surgery
Study Type:Meta analysis
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Electrical stimulation as an adjunct to spinal fusion: a meta-analysis of controlled clinical trials
Bioelectromagnetics. 2002 Oct;23(7):496-504.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
10 studies (5 randomized controlled trials (RCTs)) assessing the effects of electrical stimulation on bone healing following spinal fusion in comparison to a placebo or a control were identified for inclusion in this 2002 meta-analysis. The purpose of this study was to quantitatively assess the available body of evidence regarding the effect of electrical stimulation on bone healing (union) follow...
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