Evaluation of cohesive and elastic support bandages for joint immobilization.
The purpose of this clinical study was to compare the performance of a new cohesive bandage to that of elastic bandages for joint immobilization. The magnitude of joint immobilization by these bandages was quantitated during isokinetic exercise using a computerized dynamometer. The degree to which the cohesive and elastic bandages reduced range of motion and peak torque of plantar and dorsiflexion was not significantly different. After exercising for 1 hour, the elastic bandage loosens, reducing its ability to immobilize the joint. In contrast, the cohesive bandage maintains its configuration, despite active exercise for 1 hour.
Wilder
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Newport News Hospital, Virginia.
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Paley
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Saunders
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Edlich
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D000269:Adhesives; D000328:Adult; D000843:Ankle Joint; D001458:Bandages / Q000592:standards*; D004548:Elasticity; D015444:Exercise; D006801:Humans; D007103:Immobilization; D008297:Male; D009068:Movement
D000269:Adhesives