Abstract
Introduction
Surgery or trauma may induce extensive arthrofibrosis around joints and tendon for
the restrictive range of motion. Although some approaches were proposed, this problem
is not solved satisfactorily. Extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) has been used
for orthopedic, musculoskeletal, and fibrotic disorders. Whether it could prevent
the formation of arthrofibrosis during the joint repair is unknown.
Methods
Intra-articular adhesions were created in the right knee of the rabbit by cortical
bone shaving and subsequent cast immobilization. Arthrofibrosis in the control and
ESWT group was evaluated and compared at week 4.
Results
Macroscopic score of arthrofibrosis and contracture angle of the control group are
significantly higher. Histologically, the apparent gap between patella and tibia,
loose connective tissue, and much less density of the blood vessel are found in the
ESWT group.
Conclusions
ESWT could noninvasively, effectively, and safely prevent the formation of arthrofibrosis
during the knee repair.
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Published online: February 02, 2019
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