| Physical therapists as scar modifiers. | |
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PMID: 6473519 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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Hypertrophic scars, a common sequelae to burn injuries, represent an overgrowth of dermal components like collagen. To the burn-injured patient, the red, raised, rigid scars represent impaired function and distorted appearance. Physical therapists modify scars by treating with pressure and stretching to minimize the devastating effects. Healing time, location of the injury, condition of the unhealed and healed areas, and treatment cost influence physical therapy. This article describes scarring and provides practical guidelines for pressure materials and stretching techniques. With an appropriate program, caring for a patient with burns becomes extremely beneficial and rewarding. |
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Authors:
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C L Johnson |
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Publication Detail:
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Type: Case Reports; Journal Article |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Physical therapy Volume: 64 ISSN: 0031-9023 ISO Abbreviation: Phys Ther Publication Date: 1984 Sep |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 1984-10-18 Completed Date: 1984-10-18 Revised Date: 2009-11-11 |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 0022623 Medline TA: Phys Ther Country: UNITED STATES |
Other Details:
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Languages: eng Pagination: 1381-7 Citation Subset: AIM; IM |
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Adult Bandages Burns / complications, physiopathology, therapy Child Clothing Female Humans Keloid / etiology, physiopathology, therapy* Male Physical Therapy Modalities / methods* Pressure Wound Healing |
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