Dual mediolateral mini-open technique for the release of elbow contracture
The dual mediolateral mini-open technique allows for a safe and effective release of stiff elbows through small incisions of 3-5 cm in length. With comparable improvements to those reported in traditional surgical approaches, this technique could serve as a reliable alternative to arthroscopic release procedures, aiming for smaller incisions and reduced surgical trauma. However, it is not indicated for patients with severe elbow joint deformities.
Authors
- Hongru Ma (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0083-1894)
- Lingjie Xuan
- Zitao Zhang (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5862-7530)
- Zezhang Zhu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6888-619X)
- Fengfeng Li
- Yong Qiu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4202-6092)
- Zhenjia Zhong
Institutions
- Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University (CN)
- Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital (CN)
- Guangzhou Medical University (CN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research
- Published
- 2025-10-21
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s13018-025-06288-9
- Primary Topic
- Elbow and Forearm Trauma Treatment
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- National Natural Science Foundation of China