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CPM machine

A CPM machine is a device fitted to the leg, usually after surgery, to keep the limb slowly bending and straightening.

This is to prevent the formation of adhesions.

CPM - continuous passive motion

26 Mar, 2008

Passive gentle machine-assisted exercise to maintain range of motion.

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