Acta chirurgica Iugoslavica
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The scaphoid is vitally important for the proper mechanics of wrist function. Fracture of the scaphoid bone is the most common carpal fracture. ⋯ To avoid missing this diagnosis, a high index of suspicion and a through history and physical examination are necessary, because initial radiographs are often negative. Regardless of the technique of bone grafting, there will almost always be some loss of motion even if the fracture unites.
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Complex regional pain syndrome is chronic neuropatic pain condition which usually arise after trauma. It is associated with some of the sensory, vasomotor, sudomotor, motor and trophic symptoms and sings. Due to variability of symptoms and long-lasting pain, these patients are hard to rehabilitate. ⋯ Adequate rehabilitation procedures, frequently long lasting, are essential for their optimal recovery, so rehabilitation specialist should constantly update their knowledge on this issue. Emerging researches on pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment of CRPS created a need for systematization of current body of evidence. Available researches on efficacy of different treatment options are still insufficient to create precise therapy guidelines, so future researches are needed in order to promote better rehabilitation outcomes.