Biomedical subjects
Publications and source records attributed to R M Rubinovich.
Chronic tendinitis, particularly of the Achilles tendon, frequently outwits traditional programs of therapy including surgery and/or prolonged immobilization. A hypothesis proposes that disruption of the tendon, micro or macro, occurs under specific conditions of eccentric loading. In order for the healing tendon to be adequately rehabilitated, the treatment program must include specific eccentric strength rebuilding exercises.
Our preliminary results with an interarticular QPTOT substitution have been presented. With proper patient selection and adequate rehabilitation facilities, a return to sports and subjective improvement in the knee seem to be reasonable expectations.
Thirty-seven patients with unilateral Colles' fractures were examined clinically and roentgenographically at least 1 year after fracture. Statistical analysis of the data, comparing roentgenographic parameters with clinical results, showed that loss of volar tilt directly affected the final results by decreasing grip and pinch strength. But regardless of radiologic appearance, all patients had similar levels of activity, pain and range of motion.