Physical and occupational therapist rehabilitation of lower extremity fractures in veterans with spinal cord injuries and disorders

CONCLUSION: PTs and OTs are critical in rehabilitating LE fractures in persons with SCI/D and LE fractures, bringing expertise in patient function, ambulatory status, transfer strategies, mobility equipment, spasticity, lifestyle, and home and caregiver support. Involving them early in the rehabilitation process, along with orthopedic surgeons, physiatrists and other SCI clinicians can address the multiple and often unique issues that occur in managing fractures in this population.PMID:33705274 | DOI:10.1080/10790268.2021.1890680
Source: Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Source Type: research