Methods to Help Fractures Heal Faster in the Hand and Wrist
Author Information
Author(s): Muacevic Alexander, Adler John R, Borole Aryan, Trubiano Jack, Viqueira Marissa, Kalahasti Karan, Stamos Thomas, Kirschenbaum David, Katt Brian M
Primary Institution: Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, New Brunswick, USA
Hypothesis
Can intrinsic and extrinsic methods effectively augment fracture healing in the hand and wrist?
Conclusion
Intrinsic and extrinsic methods show potential in accelerating bone healing and reducing nonunion rates, but their clinical adoption is limited by high costs and inconsistent results.
Supporting Evidence
- BMPs, PRP, LIPUS, and PEMF show potential in accelerating bone healing.
- Clinical adoption of these methods is limited by high costs.
- Studies indicate varying success rates for different augmentation techniques.
Takeaway
This study looks at different ways to help broken bones in the hand and wrist heal faster, like using special proteins and ultrasound. Some methods work well, but they can be expensive and don't always give the same results.
Methodology
This review examines various techniques for fracture augmentation, including biological enhancers, ultrasound, and electrical stimulation.
Limitations
High costs and inconsistent results limit the clinical adoption of these techniques.
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