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Review
. 2016 Sep 6;4(9):e1.
doi: 10.2106/JBJS.RVW.15.00084.

Posttraumatic Elbow Stiffness: A Critical Analysis Review

Basem Attum  1 , William Obremskey
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Review

Posttraumatic Elbow Stiffness: A Critical Analysis Review

Basem Attum et al. JBJS Rev. .

Abstract

Open and arthroscopic release are both effective surgical treatments for posttraumatic elbow stiffness. Both static and dynamic bracing are effective for increasing elbow range of motion when heterotopic ossification is not present. Some loss of immediate postoperative range of motion is expected. Recurrence of heterotopic ossification around the elbow is rare. The occurrence of ulnar nerve palsy is rare and often requires transposition.

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