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A Standardized Method for Measurement of Elbow Kinesthesia
Published on: October 10, 2020
Prevention and treatment of elbow stiffness
Peter J Evans1, Sumon Nandi, Steven Maschke
1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic and Rheumatologic Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH 44195, USA. evansp2@ccf.org
Abstract:
The elbow is as prone to stiffness as it is essential for upper-extremity function. The elbow is a highly constrained synovial hinge joint that frequently becomes stiff after injury. Elbow contracture is challenging to treat, and therefore prevention is of paramount importance. When this approach fails, nonoperative followed by operative treatment modalities can be pursued. In the future, efforts to prevent and treat elbow stiffness may target the basic science mechanisms involved.
