Evaluation of the Effect of Rehabilitation Sport After Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA)

Technische Universität Dresden160 enrolled

Overview

160 patients who received a total hip arthroplasty (THA) were included and randomized to receive specific rehabilitation sport (RS) or not (control) in addition to a conventional rehabilitation program. Upon completion of the rehabilitation phase 6 weeks, 6 months and 12 months after surgery sports medical measurements have been performed. Strength abilities of the hip muscles were tested with isokinetic dynamometry, postural control with a force measuring platform and endurance via lactate measurements.

In Germany, rehabilitation sport (RS) is a reimbursed postoperative measure in order to support socio-professional reintegration and self-help. 160 patients who received a primary total hip arthroplasty (THA) were included and randomized to receive specific RS or not (control) in addition to a conventional rehabilitation program. Upon completion of the rehabilitation phase 6 weeks, 6 months and 12 months after surgery sports medical measurements have been performed. Strength abilities of the hip muscles were tested with isokinetic dynamometry, postural control with a force measuring platform and endurance via lactate measurements. The goal of the study was to prospectively randomized evaluate the effect of RS on hip-related muscular strength, endurance and postural stability on patients who underwent THA.

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation

RANDOMIZED

Purpose

TREATMENT

Masking

NONE

Enrollment

160

Conditions

Total Hip Arthroplasty

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

hip-related muscular strength

hip-related muscular strength measured with isokinetic dynamometry

Time frame: change from baseline (6 weeks) at 6 months after THA

Secondary Outcomes

Hip pain - WOMAC

Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC) Pain Subscore (worst=0, best=100)