Feedback and neuromuscular electrical stimulation during an early phase of a rehabilitation programe after total knee arthroplasty

Identifier:  imarina:9380143

Handle: https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11797/imarina9380143

Authors:  Valdés Vilches M; Fernández Ferreras T; Serra Tarragón N; Bujedo Pertejo A; San Segundo Mozo R; Molins Roca J

Abstract:
Background: The aim of this study was to study the effect of feedback and neuromuscular electrical stimulation (feedback-NMS) on an standard rehabilitation protocol after total knee arthroplasty (TKA). Methods: Clinical trial in 83 patients undergoing TKA for primary knee osteoarthritis. After surgery, patients were randomized in feedback-NMS rehabilitation program or standard rehabilitation. Range of movement (ROM), timed up and go test (TUG) and the Western Ontario and MacMaster Universities (WOMAC osteoarthritis index) were tested previous surgery, at hospital discharge, one month and three moths after. Results: Changes in ROM and WOMAC values were similar in both groups. At three months TUG values were better than previous in feedback-NMS group (p<0,001) but not in control group (p = 0,1). Conclusion: Feedback and NMS as a immediate therapy after TKA can help to improve walking capacity in short-mid term.