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Early continuous passive movement in hand surgery.

J Chow, R R Schenck

    Current Surgery
    |March 1, 1989
    PubMed
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    Continuous Passive Motion (CPM) therapy offers superior outcomes for various hand conditions compared to surgery alone. New portable CPM devices enhance patient therapy time, improving treatment effectiveness for tendon repairs and other complex hand injuries.

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    Area of Science:

    • Orthopedics
    • Hand Surgery
    • Physical Therapy

    Background:

    • Continuous Passive Motion (CPM) is increasingly recognized for its benefits in hand surgery rehabilitation.
    • Initial applications focused on flexor tendon repairs, with expanded use in diverse hand conditions.
    • Advancements in portable CPM technology allow for extended patient therapy sessions.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To compare the efficacy of three different Continuous Passive Motion (CPM) machines.
    • To describe established treatment protocols for early passive hand mobilization post-surgery.

    Main Methods:

    • Comparative analysis of three distinct CPM devices.
    • Description of two standardized protocols for initiating passive hand movement.
    • Focus on post-operative care following tendon operations.

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    Main Results:

    • CPM therapy can yield better results than surgical intervention alone for numerous hand conditions.
    • The study evaluated CPM's application in flexor tendon repairs, extensor tendon operations, tenolysis, and joint reconstruction.
    • Portable CPM machines have increased the duration of effective patient therapy.

    Conclusions:

    • Continuous Passive Motion (CPM) is a valuable adjunct to surgical treatment for a wide spectrum of hand injuries and conditions.
    • The development of portable CPM machines enhances therapeutic potential.
    • Specific protocols are crucial for optimizing early passive movement after hand surgery.