[Kinesiology in thromboembolic prophylaxis in patients treated for lateral fracture of the femur neck]

Minerva Med. 1986 Apr 28;77(18):753-6.
[Article in Italian]

Abstract

A kinesiological schema designed to facilitate functional recovery and prevent postoperative thromboembolism secondary to venous stasis in patients given surgical osteosynthesis for fractures of the femoral neck is presented.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Breathing Exercises
  • Exercise Therapy*
  • Femoral Neck Fractures / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Postoperative Care
  • Postoperative Complications / prevention & control
  • Thromboembolism / prevention & control*