Publications by authors named "P Boccolari"

Trigger finger (TF), also known as stenosing flexor tenosynovitis, is a common pathology of the fingers causing functional deficit of the hand. In recent years, new therapeutic approaches such as extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) and ultrasound-guided (USG) procedures have joined the most traditional conservative treatments as the adaptation of daily activities involving the affected hand and the orthosis. Likewise, the ultrasound (US) examination of the affected finger using modern high-frequency probes has progressively become part of the comprehensive assessment of patients with TF coupled with the medical history, the physical examination, and the functional scales.

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Article Synopsis
  • - This case study discusses a 34-year-old patient with type 1 diabetes who developed bilateral camptodactyly, illustrating a rare musculoskeletal complication associated with diabetes.
  • - Key symptoms include joint deformities, peripheral neuropathy, and cataracts, highlighting the interconnected nature of diabetes and musculoskeletal disorders.
  • - It emphasizes the need for a multidisciplinary approach in treatment, as conventional diabetes management alone is insufficient for addressing these complex complications.
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Background: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a common condition characterized by compression of the median nerve, leading to pain, numbness, and hand dysfunction. Both manual therapy and surgical decompression are widely used interventions, but their comparative effectiveness remains uncertain.

Methods: A systematic review and a meta-analysis were conducted to compare the short- and long-term efficacy of manual therapy versus surgery for CTS.

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