The effect of ultrasound on flexor tendon repairs in the rabbit.
This study investigates the effects of ultrasound on fresh tendon repairs in rabbits. It is our conclusion that ultrasound adversely affects the early healing process.
D000818:Animals; D008954:Models, Biological; D011817:Rabbits; D013710:Tendons / Q000601:surgery*; D013718:Tensile Strength; D014464:Ultrasonic Therapy; D014945:Wound Healing