Feasibility and efficacy of knee extension training using a single-joint hybrid assistive limb, versus conventional rehabilitation during the early postoperative period after total knee arthroplasty
Tomokazu Yoshioka, Shigeki Kubota, Hisashi Sugaya, Norihito Arai, Kojiro Hyodo, Akihiro Kanamori, Masashi Yamazaki
Abstract
HAL-SJ-based training is safe and effective, and leads to instantaneous improvement of extension lag, without worsening knee joint pain. HAL-SJ-based knee extension training could represent a viable novel post-TKA rehabilitation modality.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineTotal knee arthroplastyRehabilitationKnee JointArthroplastyPhysical therapyPhysical medicine and rehabilitationSurgeryTotal Knee Arthroplasty OutcomesKnee injuries and reconstruction techniquesOrthopaedic implants and arthroplasty