Effect of Comprehensive Rehabilitation on Activities of Daily Living and Knee Function for Patients with Knee Ankylosis and Contracture of Popliteal Fossa after Severe Burn / 中国康复理论与实践
Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice
;
(12): 1082-1084, 2012.
Article
in Chinese
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-959174
ABSTRACT
@#Objective To explore the effect of comprehensive rehabilitation on patients with knee ankylosis and contracture of popliteal fossa after severe burn. Methods 35 patients with severe burn on lower limb (containing the around skin of popliteal fossa) accepted exercise therapy, hydrotherapy, occupation therapy (including pressure therapy), electrotherapy, etc. They were assessed with Functional Independence Measure (FIM), range of motion and muscle strength of knee before and after treatment. Results The scores of FIM, range of motion and muscle strength of knee improved after treatment (P<0.01). Conclusion Comprehensive rehabilitation can improve activities of daily living and function of knee after severe burn.
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Chinese
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Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice
Year:
2012
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