Abstract
BackgroundThe aim was to complete a feasibility study that would test the methods of the main trial, that will investigate whether early thoracic and shoulder girdle exercises reduce chronic pain...
Highlights
The aim was to complete a feasibility study that would test the methods of the main trial, that will investigate whether early thoracic and shoulder girdle exercises reduce chronic pain in patients with blunt chest wall trauma, when compared to normal care
The aim of this trial was to establish the feasibility and acceptability of a future definitive trial, which will determine whether an exercise programme can be used safely and effectively used to reduce chronic pain in blunt chest wall trauma, in clinical practice in the UK
No issues were reported by patients completing the exercises, in terms of difficulty completing the programme, serious adverse events or increased levels of pain as a result of the exercise
Summary
The aim was to complete a feasibility study that would test the methods of the main trial, that will investigate whether early thoracic and shoulder girdle exercises reduce chronic pain in patients with blunt chest wall trauma, when compared to normal care. Blunt chest wall trauma accounts for over 15% of all trauma admissions worldwide, with reported mortality ranging between 4 and 60%.[1] Chronic pain and disability have been reported in 62% and 57% of patients at 3 months post injury respectively.[2] Physiotherapy rehabilitation is recommended as part of multi-disciplinary approach to the management of blunt chest trauma, but evidence-based protocols are lacking.[3] Further research is needed into the optimal management of chronic pain and disability The aim of this trial was to establish the feasibility and acceptability of a future definitive trial, which will determine whether an exercise programme can be used safely and effectively used to reduce chronic pain in blunt chest wall trauma, in clinical practice in the UK
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