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Earlier functional recovery observed with direct anterior versus posterolateral approach THA
May 2018
Earlier functional recovery observed with direct anterior versus posterolateral approach THA
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Comparison of Early Functional Recovery After Total Hip Arthroplasty Using a Direct Anterior or Posterolateral Approach: A Randomized Controlled Trial
J Arthroplasty. 2017 Nov;32(11):3421-3428Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
128 patients scheduled for total hip arthroplasty were randomized to surgery performed through either a direct anterior approach or posterolateral approach. Patients were assessed for operative outcomes, pain scores at 24, 48, and 72 hours, markers of muscle damage and inflammation over the first 4 postoperative days, and functional outcome and gait parameters at 3 and 6 months postoperatively. Re...
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