Anna Julia Brittes Gabiatti, Geovana Bressiani Hillesheim, Milena Zambiazi Gomildes, Dernival Bertoncello, Márcia Rosângela Buzanello, Gladson Ricardo Flor Bertolini
Cryotherapy, a therapeutic technique involving localized cooling of the body, has gained popularity for postsurgical rehabilitation. It induces a reduction in cellular metabolism, vasoconstriction, and pain relief, making it an attractive option for managing postoperative (PO) shoulder pain. This systematic review aimed to assess the effectiveness of cryotherapy in PO shoulder patients, focusing on pain, range of motion, functionality, and temperature changes. The review included six randomized clinical trials, involving a total of 233 patients who underwent various shoulder surgeries...
December 19, 2023: Therapeutic Hypothermia and Temperature Management