Management of Stiffness following Total Knee Arthroplasty: International Survey on Surgeon Preferences.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Stiffness following total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is a challenging complication and can result in a poor functional outcome. There is considerable debate concerning the definition, work-up, and optimal management of this complication. The aim of this study was to record the definition of stiffness, management practices, and expectations of outcome among surgeons from an international community using a peer-reviewed questionnaire.

Methods

A 23-item peer-reviewed online questionnaire was sent to all members of SICOT to gauge and record the management practices and expectations of outcome in the management of patients with stiffness following TKA.

Results

A total of 315 surgeons completed this peer-reviewed questionnaire. Manipulation under anaesthesia (MUA)

SUBMITTER: Sunil Kumar KH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8086424 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature