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Hamstring Strains in Athletes: Diagnosis and Treatment

2021-04-12T09:24:20-06:00

Hamstring stains are among the most common injuries and re-injuries in athletes. This study breaks down the steps to recovery after a hamstring strain. In most cases non-operative treatment is a viable option; in the case of a completely rupture surgery is recommended.

Hamstring Strains in Athletes: Diagnosis and Treatment2021-04-12T09:24:20-06:00

Closed Treatment of Subtrochanteric Fractures of the Femur in a Modified Cast-Brace

2021-04-12T09:24:21-06:00

This study analyzed a series of fifteen consecutive subtrochanteric fractures treated in a long quadrilateral cast-brace with a pelvic band. Treatment with preliminary traction followed by an ambulatory cast-brace with a pelvic band resulted in a shorter period of treatment, an excellent range of motion of the hip and knee, and no non-unioins in the fifteen comminuted or open fractures.

Closed Treatment of Subtrochanteric Fractures of the Femur in a Modified Cast-Brace2021-04-12T09:24:21-06:00
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