Effect of Lymphedema Treatment for Management of Acute Pilon Fractures.

Pilon fractures are high-energy injuries that often result in considerable edema and compromise of the soft tissue envelope of the ankle. These injuries are typically staged with an external fixator until the soft tissue is amenable for definitive fixation. This study was conducted to determine the effects of lymphedema treatment for the management of pilon fractures.

Interobserver and intraobserver reliability of the measurement of shoulder internal rotation by vertebral level.

Internal rotation is commonly measured as the vertebral level reached by the fully extended thumb. The purpose of this study was to evaluate interobserver and intraobserver reliability with the use of this method. Three male subjects were used for internal rotation measurement.