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[Post-traumatic elbow stiffness: arthroscopic release, short-term results]
D Bustamante-Suárez de Puga1, R Cebrián-Gómez1, E Villegas-Robles2
1HLA Clínica Vistahermosa, Alicante, España.
Acta Ortopedica Mexicana
|March 9, 2018
Summary
Arthroscopic arthrolysis effectively treats posttraumatic elbow stiffness, significantly improving range of motion and reducing pain. This minimally invasive approach offers a safe and effective alternative to open surgery for restoring elbow function.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Sports Medicine
- Arthroscopy
Background:
- Open arthrolysis is the standard for elbow stiffness but carries risks.
- Advancements in arthroscopic techniques offer a less invasive alternative.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of arthroscopic arthrolysis for posttraumatic elbow stiffness.
- To assess improvements in pain, range of motion, and functional outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Six patients with posttraumatic elbow stiffness underwent arthroscopic arthrolysis.
- Pre- and post-operative assessments included VAS pain scale, goniometry, and MEPI questionnaire.
Main Results:
- Mean follow-up was 14.5 months.
- Significant improvements observed: VAS score decreased (4.5 to 0.3), range of motion increased (55.3° to 130°), MEPI score improved (46.6 to 95).
- No major complications like heterotopic ossification or infection were reported.
Conclusions:
- Arthroscopic arthrolysis is an effective short-term treatment for posttraumatic elbow stiffness.
- The procedure successfully restores elbow mobility with minimal complications.
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