Abstract:Background. This case-control study investigated arm recovery from surgery for a ruptured distal tendon in terms of maximal strength, power, and endurance compared to the healthy contralateral arm, taking into account limb dominance.Methods. An S-shaped single incision and suture anchor repair was used in all 15 patients. All patients were right-arm dominant and of them none participated in a specific postoperative physical therapy program. Outcomes were evaluated based on range of motion and with the Disabili… Show more
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