Postoperative Physical Therapy Following Primary Cheiloplasty in Cleft Lip and Palate Patients: A Retrospective Analysis
Significant variability exists in the timing and frequency of postoperative physical therapy following primary cheiloplasty in CLP patients. Delays and inconsistencies may result from geographical barriers and access issues. Enhancing referral protocols, improving communication with caregivers, and exploring strategies like telerehabilitation could improve access and adherence, potentially leading to better functional and aesthetic outcomes.
Authors
- JM Del Río Gutiérrez
- Carlos Giugliano Villarroel (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8068-534X)
- María José Montero-Orellana
- Matías Ossa-Cox (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0006-4778-3235)
Institutions
- Clínica Alemana (CL)
- Lion Foundation for Dental Health (JP)
- Physiotherapy New Zealand (NZ)
- Finis Terrae University (CL)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Craniofacial Surgery
- Published
- 2025-05-06
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1097/scs.0000000000011456
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Cleft Lip and Palate Research
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.82