Journal of shoulder and elbow surgery
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J Shoulder Elbow Surg · Oct 2010
Results of surgical treatment for unstable distal clavicular fractures.
Delayed surgical treatment of unstable distal clavicle fractures is associated with a higher complication rate. ⋯ Surgical timing played a critical role in the outcome and complication rate in treatment of unstable distal third clavicle fractures.
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J Shoulder Elbow Surg · Oct 2010
Does slower rehabilitation after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair lead to long-term stiffness?
Conservative rehabilitation after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair does not result in long-term stiffness and improves rates of tendon healing. ⋯ Sling immobilization for 6 weeks after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair does not result in increased long-term stiffness and may improve the rate of tendon healing.