CANCER REHABILITATION-MGM OF BONE METS
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SUMMARY
1. Bone resorption inhibitors, (IV biphosphonates or denosumab), radiation, chemotherapy, immobilization, splinting, bracing, and/or surgical intervention.
2. Surgery for pain management, unstable fractures.
3. Immobilization: relieves pain and assists with prevention of pathological fractures.
Reference(s)
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Cuccurullo, S. (2019). Physical medicine and rehabilitation board review. New York: Demosmedical. Get it on Amazon.
O’Young, B., Young, M.A. and Stiens, S.A. (2008). Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Secrets. Mosby. Get it on Amazon.
