Efficacy of Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Exercise Program in Total Hip Arthroplasty

Launched by MUĞLA SITKI KOÇMAN UNIVERSITY · Aug 19, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is exploring how effective a specific exercise program, called proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF), is for patients recovering from total hip replacement surgery (also known as hip arthroplasty). The study aims to see if adding this exercise program to regular care helps reduce pain, improve balance, and enhance overall recovery for patients. Volunteers aged 60 and older who have had a hip replacement surgery at least six weeks prior can participate, as long as they meet certain health criteria.

Participants in the study will have evaluations done at the Fethiye State Hospital to assess their pain levels, mobility, and balance, first six weeks after surgery and again two months later. The trial is currently looking for at least 42 patients to join, and all participants will need to agree to the study by signing a consent form. It’s important to note that individuals with certain health conditions or previous surgeries may not be eligible. Overall, this trial is a chance to help improve recovery strategies for hip replacement patients.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Having undergone unilateral total hip arthroplasty surgery and being 6 weeks postoperative
• • Participate in all necessary follow-up assessments
• • 60 years of age or older
• • Understand simple commands
• • Signing the consent form
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • A previous history of total hip arthroplasty
• • Presence of revision surgery
• • Presence of severe osteoarthritis in the contralateral hip
• • Severe acute metabolic neuromuscular and cardiovascular diseases
• • Severe obesity (bki\>35)
• • Presence of malignancy
• • Have any other orthopedic or neurological problem that may affect treatment and assessments
• • Situations that prevent communication
• • Lack of cooperation during the study