The results of the impact of electromagnetic waves of the terahertz range on the tissues of the elbow joint with the consequences of its injury

Introduction Among the ranges of electromagnetic waves used in clinical practice, electromagnetic waves of the terahertz range (EMWTHR) have promising applications. The experimental and clinical studies show that they are able to provide correction of the main pathophysiological disorders of a living organism such as hypoxia, hypercoagulation, and immunodeficiency. Purpose To study the effectiveness and safety of terahertz electromagnetic waves in the complex treatment of patients with the consequences of fractures of the humeral condyle. Methods Clinical, radiological, physiological and laboratory studies were conducted in 30 patients with consequences of fractures of the humeral condyle (post-traumatic deformities, osteoarthritis of the elbow joint). Surgical treatment of patients with consequences of injuries of the elbow joint was classical and consisted of corrective osteotomies and osteosynthesis with the Ilizarov apparatus of the humerus and forearm. The main group consisted of 15 patients who underwent 10 sessions of EMWTHR exposure to the osteotomy zone, and 15 patients did not undergo physiotherapy. Results It was found that in patients of the main group, the average values of the intensity of pain and the deficit in the range of motion were significantly lower than the findings of the comparison group in the short term after treatment. The use of EMWTHR therapy led to differences in metabolic processes in the compared groups. There were no significant changes in radiological, physiological and laboratory parameters, as well as clinical signs that could be attributed to adverse events or complications associated with the use of EMWTHR. Conclusion The results of the comparative study allow us to recommend the EMWTHR therapy in the system of complex treatment of patients with the consequences of fractures of the humeral condyle and can be used as a means for local stimulation of reparative processes in target patients.