Saturday, February 23, 2008

chronic wound- the newest

rehabilitation after achilles tendon repair

Mr A , 51 years old, executive .

Had his tendon repaired 3 months ago due to rupture of Achilles tendon, Mr Agus’ right foot was swollen. His right knee had “contraction” , because he always bend his knee, spam quadriceps. The laser (ILIB and scanner) was given for the relief of swelling and spasm, The major regiment : begin partial weight bearing for right foot, standing balance, walk “properly” with bilateral crutches. The 2nd day : reduced swelling, the 5th day : better standing balance , minimized spasm and he could manage his right knee. He went back to Badak - Bontang – Kalimantan on the 6th day.

February 13, 2008
February 14 , 2008

February 15 , 2008 : began to be given 10 kg weight for the right foot

February 17, 2008

Walk easily