Comprehensive Joint Replacement Program for Total Knee Arthroplasty
Author Information
Author(s): Jon R Cook, Meghan Warren, Kathleen J Ganley, Paul Prefontaine, Jack Wylie
Primary Institution: Verde Valley Medical Center
Hypothesis
The comprehensive Joint Replacement Program (JRP) will minimize complications and optimize patient-centered outcomes for total knee arthroplasty (TKA).
Conclusion
The comprehensive JRP for TKA was associated with satisfactory clinical outcomes, short lengths of stay, a high percentage of patients discharged home with outpatient physical therapy, and minimal complications.
Supporting Evidence
- All patients achieved medical criteria for hospital discharge.
- 88% of patients achieved the knee flexion ROM goal of 90°.
- 53% of patients had a hospital stay of 2 days.
Takeaway
This study shows that a special program for knee surgery helps patients recover quickly and safely, with fewer problems after surgery.
Methodology
The study involved 74 candidates for primary TKA enrolled in a comprehensive program that included pre-operative education, pain management, and aggressive physical therapy.
Limitations
The study was descriptive and lacked a control group, making it difficult to isolate the effects of individual components of the program.
Participant Demographics
The average age of participants was 71.4 years, with 62% female, and 45% categorized as obese.
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