scholarly journals Physical Functioning Before and After Total Hip Arthroplasty: Perception and Performance

2008 ◽  
Vol 88 (6) ◽  
pp. 712-719 ◽  
Author(s):  
Inge van den Akker-Scheek ◽  
Wiebren Zijlstra ◽  
Johan W Groothoff ◽  
Sjoerd K Bulstra ◽  
Martin Stevens
Keyword(s):  
Total Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Physical Functioning ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Total Hip ◽  
Pain Subscale ◽  
Before And After ◽  
And Performance ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Over Time

Background and Purpose Self-report and performance-based measures of physical functioning in people before and after total hip arthroplasty seem to present different information. The relationship between these different measures is not well understood, and little information is available about changes in this relationship over time. The aims of this study were: (1) to determine the relationship between self-report and performance-based measures of physical functioning before and after total hip arthroplasty, (2) to assess the influence of pain on the relationship, and (3) to determine whether the relationship changes over time. Subjects and Methods Seventy-five subjects admitted for total hip arthroplasty were included and examined before and 6 and 26 weeks after surgery. The relationships between the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC) physical functioning subscale and walking speed and gait variability were examined by use of generalized estimating equations, which included interactions with time and the WOMAC pain subscale. Results The relationship between self-report and performance-based measures of physical functioning was poor. Pain appeared to have a considerable influence on self-reported physical functioning. The relationship did not appear to change over time. Discussion and Conclusion The influence of pain on self-reported physical functioning serves as an explanation for the poor relationship between self-reported and performance-based physical functioning. When using a self-report measure such as the WOMAC, one should realize that it does not seem to assess the separate constructs—physical functioning and pain—that are claimed to be measured.

Changes in sexual activity of male patients with ankylosing spondylitis undergoing total hip arthroplasty

2018 ◽  
Vol 29 (3) ◽  
pp. 310-315 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jun Fu ◽  
Xiang Li ◽  
Kan Liu ◽  
Jiying Chen ◽  
Ming Ni ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Ankylosing Spondylitis ◽  
Total Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Sexual Activity ◽  
Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Harris Hip Score ◽  
Clinical Parameters ◽  
Total Hip ◽  
Flexion Extension ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Male Patients

Introduction: Sexual activity is often an important component of life. To date, no studies have examined sexual activity before and after total hip arthroplasty (THA) in male patients with ankylosing spondylitis (AS). The purpose of the current study was to evaluate the effect of THA on sexual activity and to explore the most commonly reported and comfortable coital position for male AS patients with hip involvement. Methods: Data from 31 male AS patients who underwent THA for hip involvement were retrospectively reviewed. Information from the International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF), the Harris Hip Score (HHS) and other clinical parameters was collected and monitored over time. We compared the above-mentioned parameters before surgery and 2 years after surgery and analysed the correlation between changes on the IIEF and changes in clinical parameters. Results: The domain and total scores of the IIEF, except EF, were significantly higher after surgery than were those before surgery ( p < 0.05). There was a significant positive correlation between changes on the IIEF and improvement in flexion-extension range of motion (ROM), adduction-abduction ROM and HHS ( p < 0.05). Most patients (26/31, 83.9%) resumed sexual activity 5–12 weeks after surgery. The pre- and postoperative distributions of the most commonly reported and comfortable position were not significantly different (p > 0.05). Conclusions: Successful THA may improve sexual activity in male AS patients with hip involvement. Changes in hip ROM show the most significant correlation with improvement in sexual activity. Resumption of sexual activity occurs within 5–12 postoperative weeks.

Effect of total hip arthroplasty on brake reaction time and braking force

2020 ◽  
pp. 112070002093663
Author(s):  
Henrik C Bäcker ◽  
David Krüger ◽  
Sophie Spies ◽  
Carsten Perka ◽  
Stephanie M Kirschbaum ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Reaction Time ◽  
Total Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Driving Experience ◽  
Total Hip ◽  
Emergency Braking ◽  
Before And After ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Braking Force ◽  
The Right

Introduction: The correct moment for return to driving after total hip arthroplasty (THA) remains unclear. Until today no uniform recommendation exists on the ability to perform an emergency brake. The aim of this prospective study was to investigate the braking ability of patients before and after THA implantation based on brake reaction time in milliseconds (BRT) and braking force in N (BF). Methods: In total, 25 patients (15 men, 10 women, mean age 51.3 ± 10.1 years) were treated with THA on the right side. Inclusion criteria consisted of a valid driving licence, frequent road participation and at least 2 years of driving experience. Exclusion criteria were underlying neurological disorders as well as severe complaints in the lumbar spine and the right knee joint. The brake ability was evaluated for emergency braking with a car simulator and a measuring sole. Measurements were performed preoperatively, 6 days, 2, 4 and 6 weeks after surgery. Results: Preoperatively, the mean BRT was 671.3 ± 123.5 ms and the BF 455.4 ± 185.0 N. Significant differences were observed at 6 days and 2 weeks after surgery, (BRT 836.4 ± 219.7 ms, respectively, BRT 735.0 ± 186.7 ms, and BF 302.6 ± 154.9 N, respectively, BF 375.5 ± 149.3 N, p < 0.05). Only 4 weeks after, no significant differences were seen compared to pre-operative with a BRT of 647.0 ± 91.9ms ( p = 0.354) and BF of 435.9 ± 177.4 ( p = 0.843). Furthermore, the BRT improved significantly after 6 weeks (607.4 ± 87.6; p = 0.005). Conclusions: The braking force is significantly reduced, and the brake reaction time is prolonged directly after surgery for at least 2 weeks. After 4 weeks, no statistically significant differences were measured, although special care should still be taken during return to activity.

scholarly journals An Analysis of the Relationship Between the Utilization of Physical Therapy Services and Outcomes of Care for Patients After Total Hip Arthroplasty

2000 ◽  
Vol 80 (5) ◽  
pp. 448-458 ◽  
Author(s):  
Janet K Freburger
Keyword(s):  
Physical Therapy ◽  
Total Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Cost Of Care ◽  
Total Cost ◽  
Total Hip ◽  
Outcomes Of Care ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Therapy Intervention ◽  
Physical Therapy Intervention

Abstract Background and Purpose. The effect of physical therapy intervention on the outcomes of care for patients treated in acute care hospitals has not been widely studied. This study examined the relationship between physical therapy utilization and outcomes of care for patients following total hip arthroplasty. Subjects. The sample consisted of 7,495 patients treated in US academic health center hospitals in 1996 who survived their inpatient stay and received physical therapy interventions. Methods. The primary data source was the University HealthSystem Consortium Clinical Data Base. Physical therapy use was assessed by examining physical therapy charges. Outcomes of care were assessed in terms of the total cost of care (ie, whether the care was more costly or less costly than expected, taking into account patient characteristics) and in terms of discharge destination (ie, whether the patient was discharged home or elsewhere). Regression analyses were conducted to examine the relationship between physical therapy use and outcomes. Results. Physical therapy intervention was directly related to a total cost of care that was less than expected and to an increased probability of discharge home. Conclusion and Discussion. The results of this study provide preliminary evidence to support the use of physical therapy intervention in the acute care of patients following total hip arthroplasty and indicate the need for further study of this topic.

scholarly journals Work Disability Before and After Total Hip Arthroplasty

1984 ◽  
Vol 27 (4) ◽  
pp. 410-421 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael C. Nevitt ◽  
Wallace V. Epstein ◽  
Mathias Masem ◽  
William R. Murray
Keyword(s):  
Total Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Work Disability ◽  
Total Hip ◽  
Before And After

Gait Analysis in Adults with Severe Hip Dysplasia before and after Total Hip Arthroplasty

2010 ◽  
Vol 20 (4) ◽  
pp. 466-472 ◽  
Author(s):  
Salih Marangoz ◽  
Bülent Atilla ◽  
Haydar Gök ◽  
Güneş Yavuzer ◽  
Süreyya Ergin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Total Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Gait Analysis ◽  
Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Hip Dysplasia ◽  
Total Hip ◽  
Before And After
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