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Secondary outcomes included forearm rotation range-of-motion, elbow strength (measured by Baltimore Therapeutic Equipment), and patient-reported outcomes at 4, 12, and 24 weeks.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Results<\/jats:title>\n \n At 12 weeks, elbow flexion-extension range-of-motion did not differ significantly between groups. Secondary objective outcomes (forearm rotation and elbow strength) were also similar. However, the Intervention group reported significantly better elbow function at 24 weeks (American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons Shoulder Score function subscore: 95% confidence intervals: 0.186\u20131.719;\n P<\/jats:italic>\n \u2009=\u20090.015). Pain and disabilities of the arm, shoulder, and hand questionnaire scores showed no significant differences between groups.\n <\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n Intermittent pneumatic compression therapy did not significantly improve early elbow mobility or strength following arthroscopic release, but enhanced patient-reported elbow function at longer-term follow-up. Intermittent pneumatic compression therapy may be beneficial as an adjunct to standard rehabilitation. 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