Effects of Spinal Decompression and Segmental Spinal Instrumentation on Lower Limb Functionality in Patients with Spinal Osteoarthritis.

ABSTRACT: Spinal osteoarthritis, a degenerative condition of the spine, significantly impairs quality of life, causing pain, stiffness, and limited mobility. Treatment primarily aims to improve functionality and quality of life. This study investigated the effects of lower back surgery (e.g., spinal decompression with vertebra stabilization) on upper-limb maximum strength, lower limb functionality, and quality of life in osteoarthritis patients. A total of 16 patients (♀ = 10 and ♂ = 6) patients from the orthopedic clinic who were diagnosed with osteoarthritis based on MRI and clinical symptoms underwent the surgery. Their handgrip strength, lower limb functionality (6 min walk test), and quality of life (Flanagan quality of life scale) were assessed before and after the surgery. A repeated measures

SUBMITTER: Mirkovic M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11433251 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature