Author/Editor		Hoefferle-Felc, Alenka
Title		Rehabilitacija po konservativno zdravljenih zlomih
Translated title		Rehabilitation after conservatively treated fractures
Type		članek
Source		In: Repše S, Tonin M, Tomažič A, et al, editors. Zbornik predavanj 41. podiplomskega tečaja kirurgije; 2006 feb 10-11; Ljubljana. Ljubljana: Kirurška klinika, Klinični center,
Publication year		2006
Volume		str. 128-32
Language		slo
Abstract		Introduction. Rehabilitation is focused on fracture healing, diminishing adverse effects of immobilization and improving function of the damaged area. Rehabilitation. Begins during immobilization by giving precise instructions concerning excercises, suitable position of the affected part of the body, and by paying special attention to the changes in colour, oedema, sensibility and mobility. It includes physical therapy like cold baths, massage-manual or by using special devices, kryotherapy, ultrasound to reduce oedema; to reduce pain electroanalgesia is used, as well as magnetotherapy. In some cases electrostimulation is useful. As for the exercises, they are passive and assisted in the early period; frequently continuous passive motion (CPM) devices are used. Hydrotherapy is good introduction to exercises. Orthoses, braces and splints contribute to diminishing adverse effects of immobilisation. Patients treated in Medical rehabilitation Unit from June to November 2005. There were 47 persons after conservative fracture treatment - 3 after spine injury, 3 with legs injured and the rest after arm injury. Conclusion. Respecting basic rehabilitation principles the team should be aware of the importance of individual treatment and establishment of a good rapport with the patient.
Descriptors		FRACTURES FRACTURE FIXATION ORTHOTIC DEVICES