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Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Journal

Volume  13, Issue 2, April – June 2020, Pages 87-95
 

Case Report

Rehabilitation of Post Traumatic Intra-Articular Elbow Fracture in Osteoporotic Patient: A Case Report

Meghana R Palkhade1, Asma Sharma Keshri2, Ketki Chaudhari Ingole3, Sathish Kumar R4

1-3Assistant Professor, 4Principle, Physiotherapy, BKL Walawalkar College of Physiotherapy, Sawarde, Maharashtra 415606, India.

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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.21088/potj.0974.5777.13220.5

Abstract

Isolated fractures of capitellum are often more complex and involve lateral epicondyle, trochlea and posteriorly distal part of humerus. The intra-articular complexity of these fractures requires optimal surgical exposure and implants for successful outcomes. When the fracture is displaced, unfavourable outcomes can occur and lead to early arthritis. Additionally, elbow pain and stiffness due to immobilization or surgical reduction and stabilization can limit one’s overall upper extremity function. Superior results are attributed to anatomic reduction and stable
fixation with early ROM exercises. Rehabilitation following such a fracture is complex and can be challenging. Therefore, the aim ofthis case report is to present the evaluation and rehabilitation of a 51-year-old female following acomplicated comminuted capitellum and trochlea of humerus fracture post reduction and instrumentation. The rehabilitationover a 6 months course was done and the benefits of joint specific manual therapy in the rehabilitation were emphasized.

Keywords: Humerus fractures; Osteoporosis; Intra-articular.
 


Corresponding Author : Asma Sharma Keshri