Rehabilitation of Elbow Injuries
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Introduction The elbow functions to facilitate positioning of the hand in space; it serves as a mechanical lever through the forearm for lifting and as a means of force transmission. Motion at the joint is a combination of flexion extension and pronosupination that facilitates activities of daily living. Trauma to the elbow can be challenging to treat. The anatomy is complex and stability of the joint may be compromised by injury to the bones, ligaments and soft tissue which confer stability. Moreover, the articular surfaces are unforgiving of small defects or mal-alignment and the elbow has an unfortunate tendency towards stiffness following trauma and or immobilization. Thus, rehabilitation following elbow injuries can be a challenge.
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