Publications by authors named "Rebecca Kilty"
J Pediatr Orthop
April 2024
Article Synopsis
- Proximal phalangeal fractures are common injuries in children, traditionally treated with a 5-week splinting period, even when healing is apparent at 3 weeks.
- A study involving 80 children assessed whether a 3-week splinting duration is as effective as the standard 5-week approach by comparing total active motion in the injured digit.
- Results indicated that early removal of the splint is just as effective, suggesting a shift in practice towards using clinical healing assessments to guide treatment in children with these fractures.
