Study of Accelerated Versus Conventional Rehabilitation to Improve Knee Function and Quality of Life After Total Knee Replacement in Adults 50 to 80 Years Old

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating the effectiveness of an accelerated rehabilitation program compared to conventional rehabilitation for individuals aged 50 to 80 years undergoing primary unilateral total knee arthroplasty TKA due to knee osteoarthritis. This double-blind randomized controlled trial aims to assess improvements in knee joint function and quality of life following surgery. The study is conducted in Dali, Yunan, China, and seeks to provide important insights into post-operative recovery for TKA patients. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups an accelerated rehabilitation group using exercise based on optimal and accelerated concepts, or a conventional rehabilitation group following routine exercise programs. Both programs focus on rehabilitation after total knee replacement and will be followed for six months post-surgery to evaluate longer-term outcomes. During the study, participants will have their knee function assessed using the Knee injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score KOOS from enrollment through the six-month follow-up. Quality of life will also be measured using the SF-36 surveys. The trial will monitor participants recovery progress, functional outcomes, and overall well-being after surgery under controlled conditions.

Accelerated Rehabilitation in Individuals After Total Knee Arthroplasty