Effect of Comprehensive Rehabilitation on Knee Function in Old Patients after Severe Burn in Lower Extremity

VernacularTitle:综合康复对下肢危重烧伤老年患者膝关节功能的效果
Author: Wanling WANG ; Ling YUAN ; Jing TAN ; Xia SHUAI
Publication Type:Journal Article
Keywords: severe burn, knee, rehabilitation, old
From: Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice 2015;(1):117-119
CountryChina
Language:Chinese
Abstract: Objective To observe the effect of comprehensive rehabilitation on the recovery of knee joint function in old patients severe burned in lower extremity. Methods 49 patients severe burned in lower extremity were randomly divided into observation group (n=25) and control group (n=24). The control group accepted routine rehabilitation, while the observation group accepted comprehensive rehabilitation. They were assessed with the range of motion (ROM) of knee flexion/extension, 45 m-walking, stair activity, Functional Independence Measure (FIM) and muscle strength 3 months after rehabilitation. Results The active and passive ROM of knee, stair activity, FIM score and muscle strength improved more in the observation group than in the control group (P<0.05). Conclusion Comprehensive rehabilitation promotes the recovery of knee function of old patients with severe burn in lower extremity.