Multidisciplinary conservative management in classical Volkmann's contracture: a case report.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
This clinical note describes the case of a nine-year-old girl with classical Volkmann's contracture of the left forearm. The report demonstrates the results and follow-up of conservative orthotic management used as a mode of treatment by a multidisciplinary team. When using an orthosis it is essential to check regularly to attain the desired result.
Medical subject headings
- Accidental Falls
- Casts, Surgical
- Compartment Syndromes
- Humeral Fractures
- Physical Therapy Modalities
Anatomy
- humerus