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Pasqualini I, Huffman N, Klika A, Kamath AF, Higuera-Rueda CA, Deren ME, Murray TG, Piuzzi NS. Stepping Up Recovery: Integrating Patient-reported Outcome Measures and Wearable Technology for Rehabilitation Following Knee Arthroplasty. J Knee Surg 2024. [PMID: 38677297 DOI: 10.1055/a-2315-8110] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/29/2024]
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Improvement after knee arthroplasty (KA) is often measured using patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs). However, PROMs are limited due to their subjectivity. Therefore, wearable technology is becoming commonly utilized to objectively assess physical activity and function. We assessed the correlation between PROMs and step/stair flight counts in total (TKA) and partial knee arthroplasty (PKA) patients.Analysis of a multicenter, prospective, longitudinal cohort study investigating the collection of average daily step and stair flight counts, was performed. Subjects (N = 1,844 TKA patients and N = 489 PKA patients) completed the Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score for Joint Replacement (KOOS JR) and provided numerical rating scale pain scores pre- and postoperatively. Only patients who reported living in a multilevel home environment (N = 896 TKA patients and N = 258 PKA patients) were included in analysis of stair flight counts. Pearson correlation coefficients were calculated to determine correlations between variables.Among TKA patients, pain scores demonstrated a negative correlation to mean step counts at preoperative (r = -0.14, p < 0.0001) and 1-month follow-up (r = -0.14, p < 0.0001). Similar negative correlations were true for pain and stair flight counts at preoperative (r = -0.16, p < 0.0001) and 1-month follow-up (r = -0.11, p = 0.006). KOOS JR scores demonstrated weak positive correlations with mean step counts at preoperative (r = 0.19, p < 0.0001) and 1-month postoperative (r = 0.17, p < 0.0001). Similar positive correlations were true for KOOS JR scores and stair flight counts preoperatively (r = 0.13, p = 0.0002) and at 1-month postoperatively (r = 0.10, p = 0.0048). For PKA patients, correlations between pain and KOOS JR with step/stair counts demonstrated similar directionality.Given the correlation between wearable-generated data and PROMs, wearable technology may be beneficial in evaluating patient outcomes following KA. By combining subjective feedback with the objective data, health care providers can gain a holistic view of patients' progress and tailor treatment plans accordingly.
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- Ignacio Pasqualini
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio
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Sarhan OA, Imam N, Levine HB, Redfern RE, Seidenstein AD, Klein GR. Comparison of Early Postoperative Step and Stair Counts With the Direct Anterior Approach Versus the Posterior Approach for Total Hip Arthroplasty. J Arthroplasty 2024:S0883-5403(24)00417-0. [PMID: 38697321 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2024.04.069] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/05/2023] [Revised: 04/23/2024] [Accepted: 04/24/2024] [Indexed: 05/04/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND The purpose of this study was to evaluate the impact of direct anterior approach (DAA) or posterior approach (PA) on step and stair counts after total hip arthroplasty using a remotely monitored mobile application with a smartwatch while controlling for baseline characteristics. METHODS This is a secondary data analysis from a prospective cohort study of patients utilizing a smartphone-based care management platform. The primary outcomes were step and stair counts and changes from baseline through one year. Step and stair counts were available for 1,501 and 847 patients, respectively. Longitudinal regression models were created to control for baseline characteristics. RESULTS Patients in the DAA group had significantly lower body mass index (P = .049) and comorbidities (P = .028), but there were no significant differences in age (P = .225) or sex (P = .315). The DAA patients had a higher average and improvement from baseline in step count at 2 and 3 weeks postoperatively after controlling for patient characteristics (P = .028 and P = .044, respectively). The average stair counts were higher for DAA patients at one month postoperatively (P = .035), but this difference was not significant after controlling for patient demographics. Average stair ascending speeds and changes from baseline were not different between DAA and PA patients. Descending stair speed was higher at 2 weeks postoperatively for DAA patients, but was no longer higher after controlling for baseline demographics. CONCLUSIONS After controlling for baseline characteristics, DAA patients demonstrate earlier improvement in step count than PA patients after total hip arthroplasty. However, patient selection and surgeon training may continue to influence outcomes through a surgical approach.
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- Omar A Sarhan
- Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Ouendi N, Avril E, Dervaux B, Pudlo P, Wallard L. Effectiveness of Telerehabilitation Programs in Elderly with Hip or Knee Arthroplasty: A Systematic Review. Telemed J E Health 2024. [PMID: 38574249 DOI: 10.1089/tmj.2023.0622] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/06/2024] Open
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Background: Lower limb osteoarthritis (OA) often generates musculoskeletal pain causing functional impairment and decreasing mobility, autonomy, and quality of life. Patients with OA are commonly prescribed specific care for total hip arthroplasty or total knee arthroplasty (THA or TKA), when patients present symptoms that are refractory to nondrug treatments. Currently, when patients are discharged from orthopedic surgery, they are either referred to a rehabilitation department, or sent directly home with assistance such as remote monitoring by teleconsultation or a mobile application. In recent years, there has been an evolution in digital health and in particular telerehabilitation. To determine utility and effectiveness, the aim of this systematic review was to highlight and evaluate different telerehabilitation programs using new information and communication technologies. Methods: Five databases, ScienceDirect, PubMed, Web of Sciences, Scopus, and Google scholar, were searched until 30 June 30, 2023. All studies written in English and meeting our inclusion criteria were included. Databases were screened for "Total Hip Arthroplasty," "Total Knee Arthroplasty," "Total Hip Replacement," "Total Knee Replacement," "Rehabilitation," "Physical Activity," "Physiotherapy," "Telerehabilitation," "Telecommunication*," "Senior*," and "Elderly" in accordance with PRISMA-ScR guideline. Results: Fourteen articles were selected according to inclusion criteria. Telerehabilitation was offered in seven different ways (video call, applications smartphones, website, etc.). Assessments included were mainly quality of life questionnaires, perceived effort after exercises, field surveys on the tool experience, and physical tests to assess motor functions. Conclusion: This review highlights the importance and relevance of evaluating the contributions and limits of new health technologies to improve patient monitoring and thus enable better remote clinical care.
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- Nawel Ouendi
- Laboratoire LAMIH - UMR CNRS 8201, Département de Recherche Sciences de l'Homme et du Vivant, Univ Polytechnique Hauts-de-France, Valenciennes, France
- Pôle SSR - Maison Sport Santé - Institut Jean Stablinski, Centre Hospitalier de Valenciennes, Valenciennes, France
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- Laboratoire LAMIH - UMR CNRS 8201, Département de Recherche Sciences de l'Homme et du Vivant, Univ Polytechnique Hauts-de-France, Valenciennes, France
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- Pôle SSR - Maison Sport Santé - Institut Jean Stablinski, Centre Hospitalier de Valenciennes, Valenciennes, France
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- Laboratoire LAMIH - UMR CNRS 8201, Département de Recherche Sciences de l'Homme et du Vivant, Univ Polytechnique Hauts-de-France, Valenciennes, France
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- Laboratoire LAMIH - UMR CNRS 8201, Département de Recherche Sciences de l'Homme et du Vivant, Univ Polytechnique Hauts-de-France, Valenciennes, France
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Zhao R, Cheng L, Zheng Q, Lv Y, Wang YM, Ni M, Ren P, Feng Z, Ji Q, Zhang G. A Smartphone Application-Based Remote Rehabilitation System for Post-Total Knee Arthroplasty Rehabilitation: A Randomized Controlled Trial. J Arthroplasty 2024; 39:575-581.e8. [PMID: 37572720 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2023.08.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2023] [Revised: 08/02/2023] [Accepted: 08/04/2023] [Indexed: 08/14/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Remote rehabilitation after total knee arthroplasty has gradually gained popularity in recent years. This study aimed to determine whether smartphone application-based remote rehabilitation could outperform home-based rehabilitation and outpatient guidance in terms of 12-week outcomes following primary unilateral total knee arthroplasty. METHODS Patients who underwent primary unilateral total knee arthroplasty were recruited and randomly divided into a telerehabilitation group and a control group. A total of 100 patients were examined, with 50 each assigned to the telerehabilitation and control groups. In the telerehabilitation group, a telerehabilitation application was installed on the smartphones of the participants to allow postdischarge guidance. The primary outcomes were knee range of motion (ROM) at 12 weeks postoperatively. Secondary outcomes included the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index, Knee Society Score, The Medical Outcomes Study 36-Item Short-Form Health Survey (SF-36), Five Times Sit-to-Stand Test (5xSST), Single-Leg Stance Test (SLST), satisfaction, rehabilitation costs, complication rate, and 90-day readmission rate. All outcomes were collected at 2, 6, and 12 weeks after surgery. RESULTS At 12 weeks postoperatively, the telerehabilitation patients significantly outperformed the controls in terms of knee ROM (124 ± 8.7 versus 119 ± 5.5 P = .01), SF-36 (physiological function) (61.5 ± 20.3 versus 45.5 ± 18.1 P = .000), SF-36 (role-physical) (49.3 ± 41.5 versus 27.7 ± 28.9 P = .012), SLST (13.0 ± 9.1 versus 9.1 ± 5.9 P = .026), and 5xSST (17.7 ± 4.3 versus 19.4 ± 3.5 P = .043). No significant differences were found between groups in the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index score, Knee Society Score, rehabilitation costs, 90-day readmission rate, or incidence of adverse events. CONCLUSION Our study showed that smartphone app-based remote rehabilitation worked better than home-based rehabilitation with outpatient guidance in terms of short-term results in ROM, SLST, and 5xSST.
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- Runkai Zhao
- Department of Orthopedics, The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China; Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China; Medical School of Chinese PLA, Beijing, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China; Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China; Medical School of Chinese PLA, Beijing, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China; Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China; Medical School of Chinese PLA, Beijing, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China; Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China; Medical School of Chinese PLA, Beijing, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China; Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China; Medical School of Chinese PLA, Beijing, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China; Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China; Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China; Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China; Medical School of Chinese PLA, Beijing, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China; Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China; Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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Olsen RJ, Hasan SS, Woo JJ, Nawabi DH, Ramkumar PN. The Fundamentals and Applications of Wearable Sensor Devices in Sports Medicine: A Scoping Review. Arthroscopy 2024:S0749-8063(24)00098-7. [PMID: 38331364 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2024.01.042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2024] [Revised: 01/28/2024] [Accepted: 01/30/2024] [Indexed: 02/10/2024]
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PURPOSE To (1) characterize the various forms of wearable sensor devices (WSDs) and (2) review the peer-reviewed literature of applied wearable technology within sports medicine. METHODS A systematic search of PubMed and EMBASE databases, from inception through 2023, was conducted to identify eligible studies using WSDs within sports medicine. Data extraction was performed of study demographics and sensor specifications. Included studies were categorized by application: athletic training, rehabilitation, and research. RESULTS In total, 43 studies met criteria for inclusion in this review. Forms of WSDs include pedometers, accelerometers, encoders (consisting of magnetometers and gyroscopes), force sensors, global positioning system trackers, and inertial measurement units. Outcome metrics include step counts; gait, limb motion, and angular positioning; foot and skin pressure; change of direction and inclination, including analysis of both body parts and athletes on a field; displacement and velocity of body segments and joints; heart rate; plethysmography; sport-specific kinematics; range of motion, symmetry, and alignment; head impact; sleep; throwing biomechanics; and kinetic and spatiotemporal running metrics. WSDs are used in athletic training to assess sport-specific biomechanics and workload with a goal of injury prevention and training optimization, as well as for rehabilitation monitoring and research such as for risk predicting and aiding diagnosis. CONCLUSIONS WSDs enable real-time monitoring of human performance across a variety of implementations and settings, allowing collection of metrics otherwise not achievable. WSDs are powerful tools with multiple applications within athletic training, patient rehabilitation, and orthopaedic and sports medicine research. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Wearable technology may represent the missing link to quantitatively addressing return to play and previous performance. WSDs are commercially available and portable adjuncts that allow clinicians, trainers, and individual athletes to monitor biomechanical parameters, workload, and recovery status to better contextualize personalized training, injury risk, and rehabilitation.
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- Reena J Olsen
- Sports Medicine Institute, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York, U.S.A
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- Brown University/The Warren Alpert School of Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island, U.S.A
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- Sports Medicine Institute, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York, U.S.A
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- Long Beach Orthopedic Institute, Long Beach, California, U.S.A..
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Sniderman J, Monarrez R, Drew J, Abdeen A. Mobile Application Use and Patient Engagement in Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty. JBJS Rev 2024; 12:01874474-202402000-00003. [PMID: 38394327 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.rvw.23.00208] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/25/2024]
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» Mobile applications (MAs) are widely available for use during the perioperative period and are associated with increased adherence to rehabilitation plans, increased satisfaction with care, and considerable cost savings when used appropriately.» MAs offer surgeons and health care stakeholders the ability to collect clinical data and quality metrics that are important to value-based reimbursement models and clinical research.» Patients are willing to use wearable technology to assist with data collection as part of MAs but prefer it to be comfortable, easy to apply, and discreet.» Smart implants have been developed as the next step in MA use and data collection, but concerns exist pertaining to patient privacy and cost.» The ongoing challenge of MA standardization, validation, equity, and cost has persisted as concerns regarding widespread use.
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- Jhase Sniderman
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Boston Medical Center, Boston University Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
- Section of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
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- Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics, Center for Joint Preservation and Replacement, Sinai Hospital, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Boston Medical Center, Boston University Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
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Bahadori S, Williams JM, Collard S, Swain I. Can a Purposeful Walk Intervention with a Distance Goal Using an Activity Monitor Improve Individuals' Daily Activity and Function Post Total Hip Replacement Surgery. A Randomized Pilot Trial. CYBORG AND BIONIC SYSTEMS 2023; 4:0069. [PMID: 38435675 PMCID: PMC10907016 DOI: 10.34133/cbsystems.0069] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2023] [Accepted: 10/17/2023] [Indexed: 03/05/2024] Open
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Individuals have increasingly high expectations of return to activity following total hip replacement (THR) surgery. The current literature demonstrates marked improvements in pain following THR. However, there is limited evidence showing objective improvement in daily activity. This randomized pilot trial aimed to determine the effect of an intervention where outdoor walking distance is used as a goal to increase daily activity of older adults using a commercial activity monitor at 3 to 6 months post THR. Findings suggested that the participants in the intervention group had higher activity levels after THR, compared to those in the control group. The Cohen's effect sizes were larger for the changes in the gait, Hip Disability and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score, and Psychosocial Impact of Assistive Devices Scale data in the intervention group in contrast to the control group. However, further research with a larger sample size is required to provide tangible evidence on the significance of the effect of the purposeful walk compared to step count.
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- Shayan Bahadori
- Orthopaedic Research Institute,
Bournemouth University, Bournemouth, Dorset, UK
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- Faculty of Science and Technology,
Bournemouth University, Poole, Dorset, UK
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- Orthopaedic Research Institute,
Bournemouth University, Bournemouth, Dorset, UK
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Bird ML, Mulford J, Williams AD, Cheney M, O’Brien J. Adding Behaviour-Change Counselling to an Exercise Program for Adults Preparing for Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Improves Psychological and Physical Wellness: Focus Group Reflections. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2023; 20:6960. [PMID: 37887698 PMCID: PMC10606706 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20206960] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2023] [Revised: 10/12/2023] [Accepted: 10/20/2023] [Indexed: 10/28/2023]
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PURPOSE To explore participant experiences for people on an arthroplasty waitlist, randomised to an exercise and behaviour-change counselling program (ENHANCE). The ENHANCE program for arthroplasty patients was led by an accredited exercise physiologist who delivered an individually tailored and structured exercise program. Included in the exercise program were up to five in-person counselling sessions, based on the Health Action Process Approach (HAPA) applied specifically to people with osteoarthritis. Nine adults (mean 69.4 years) who were on the waiting list for a total hip or knee arthroplasty and who had completed a 12-week program (ENHANCE) as part of a randomised controlled trial were recruited for this study. METHODS Two focus groups were conducted to explore participant experiences of ENHANCE. Data were analysed using inductive thematic analysis with constructs of the HAPA (motivational and volitional factors) as a framework. RESULTS We identified three themes (1) 'The structured program addressed inactivity and improved feelings of wellness and preparation for the operation'. The benefits were not only physical, but psychological and were contextualised in terms of preparation for the upcoming surgery. (2) 'People as enablers of participation': Participants identified that the attitude, and skill of the experienced instructor were supportive and motivating, especially in tailoring the intervention. Within the program, the support of the group was considered a positive attribute (3) 'Improved awareness changed attitudes to self-efficacy and perceived self-control'. Participants described an increased awareness of their condition and a better understanding of health expectations. They felt more control and ownership over their health journey. CONCLUSION Goal setting and social support were identified factors in a behaviour-change counselling program, delivered in conjunction with structured exercise that led to a positive experience. Improved psychological and physical health were described. Participants were better prepared for their upcoming surgery, with increased self efficacy and mastery to support long-term physical-activity engagement.
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- Marie-Louise Bird
- School of Health Sciences, University of Tasmania, Launceston, TAS 7250, Australia; (A.D.W.); (M.C.)
- Department of Physical Therapy, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z3, Canada
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- School of Health Sciences, University of Tasmania, Launceston, TAS 7250, Australia; (A.D.W.); (M.C.)
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- School of Health Sciences, University of Tasmania, Launceston, TAS 7250, Australia; (A.D.W.); (M.C.)
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Tasmania, Launceston, TAS 7250, Australia;
- School of Nursing, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, QLD 4059, Australia
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Li KY, Chan PK, Yeung SS, Cheung A, Chan WKV, Luk MH, Cheung MH, Fu H, Chiu KY. The role of telemedicine in joint replacement surgery? An updated review. ARTHROPLASTY 2023; 5:39. [PMID: 37537634 PMCID: PMC10401824 DOI: 10.1186/s42836-023-00196-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2023] [Accepted: 05/22/2023] [Indexed: 08/05/2023] Open
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The usage of telemedicine and telehealth services has grown tremendously and has become increasingly relevant and essential. Technological advancements in current telehealth services have supported its use as a viable alternative tool to conduct visits for consultations, follow-up, and rehabilitation in total joint arthroplasty. Such technology has been widely implemented, particularly during the coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, to deliver postoperative rehabilitation among patients receiving total joint arthroplasty (TJA), further demonstrating its feasibility with a lower cost yet comparable clinical outcomes when compared with traditional care. There remains ample potential to utilize telemedicine for prehabilitation to optimize the preoperative status and postoperative outcomes of patients with osteoarthritis. In this review, various implementations of telemedicine within total joint arthroplasty and future application of telemedicine to deliver tele-prehabilitation in TJA are discussed.
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- Ka Yau Li
- Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, School of Clinical Medicine, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China.
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- Physiotherapy Department, MacLehose Medical Rehabilitation Centre, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Division of Joint Replacement Surgery, Queen Mary Hospital, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Division of Joint Replacement Surgery, Queen Mary Hospital, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Division of Joint Replacement Surgery, Queen Mary Hospital, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, School of Clinical Medicine, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, School of Clinical Medicine, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, School of Clinical Medicine, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China
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Fary C, Cholewa J, Abshagen S, Van Andel D, Ren A, Anderson MB, Tripuraneni K. Stepping Beyond Counts in Recovery of Total Hip Arthroplasty: A Prospective Study on Passively Collected Gait Metrics. SENSORS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 23:6538. [PMID: 37514832 PMCID: PMC10383890 DOI: 10.3390/s23146538] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2023] [Revised: 07/12/2023] [Accepted: 07/18/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023]
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Gait quality parameters have been used to measure recovery from total hip arthroplasty (THA) but are time-intensive and previously could only be performed in a lab. Smartphone sensor data and algorithmic advances presently allow for the passive collection of qualitative gait metrics. The purpose of this prospective study was to observe the recovery of physical function following THA by assessing passively collected pre- and post-operative gait quality metrics. This was a multicenter, prospective cohort study. From six weeks pre-operative through to a minimum 24 weeks post-operative, 612 patients used a digital care management application that collected gait metrics. Average weekly walking speed, step length, timing asymmetry, and double limb support percentage pre- and post-operative values were compared with a paired-sample t-test. Recovery was defined as the post-operative week when the respective gait metric was no longer statistically inferior to the pre-operative value. To control for multiple comparison error, significance was set at p < 0.002. Walking speeds and step length were lowest, and timing asymmetry and double support percentage were greatest at week two post-post-operative (p < 0.001). Walking speed (1.00 ± 0.14 m/s, p = 0.04), step length (0.58 ± 0.06 m/s, p = 0.02), asymmetry (14.5 ± 19.4%, p = 0.046), and double support percentage (31.6 ± 1.5%, p = 0.0089) recovered at 9, 8, 7, and 10 weeks post-operative, respectively. Walking speed, step length, asymmetry, and double support all recovered beyond pre-operative values at 13, 17, 10, and 18 weeks, respectively (p < 0.002). Functional recovery following THA can be measured via passively collected gait quality metrics using a digital care management platform. The data suggest that metrics of gait quality are most negatively affected two weeks post-operative; recovery to pre-operative levels occurs at approximately 10 weeks following primary THA, and follows a slower trajectory compared to previously reported step count recovery trajectories.
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- Camdon Fary
- Epworth Foundation, Richmond, VIC 3121, Australia
- Department of Orthopaedics, Western Hospital, Melbourne, VIC 3011, Australia
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- Zimmer Biomet, Warsaw, IN 46580, USA
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Fary C, Cholewa J, Abshagen S, Van Andel D, Ren A, Anderson MB, Tripuraneni KR. Stepping beyond Counts in Recovery of Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Prospective Study on Passively Collected Gait Metrics. SENSORS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 23:5588. [PMID: 37420754 DOI: 10.3390/s23125588] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2023] [Revised: 06/05/2023] [Accepted: 06/09/2023] [Indexed: 07/09/2023]
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Advances in algorithms developed from sensor-based technology data allow for the passive collection of qualitative gait metrics beyond step counts. The purpose of this study was to evaluate pre- and post-operative gait quality data to assess recovery following primary total knee arthroplasty. This was a multicenter, prospective cohort study. From 6 weeks pre-operative through to 24 weeks post-operative, 686 patients used a digital care management application to collect gait metrics. Average weekly walking speed, step length, timing asymmetry, and double limb support percentage pre- and post-operative values were compared with a paired-samples t-test. Recovery was operationally defined as when the respective weekly average gait metric was no longer statistically different than pre-operative. Walking speed and step length were lowest, and timing asymmetry and double support percentage were greatest at week two post-operative (p < 0.0001). Walking speed recovered at 21 weeks (1.00 m/s, p = 0.063) and double support percentage recovered at week 24 (32%, p = 0.089). Asymmetry percentage was recovered at 13 weeks (14.0%, p = 0.23) and was consistently superior to pre-operative values at week 19 (11.1% vs. 12.5%, p < 0.001). Step length did not recover during the 24-week period (0.60 m vs. 0.59 m, p = 0.004); however, this difference is not likely clinically relevant. The data suggests that gait quality metrics are most negatively affected two weeks post-operatively, recover within the first 24-weeks following TKA, and follow a slower trajectory compared to previously reported step count recoveries. The ability to capture new objective measures of recovery is evident. As more gait quality data is accrued, physicians may be able to use passively collected gait quality data to help direct post-operative recovery using sensor-based care pathways.
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- Cam Fary
- Epworth Foundation, Richmond 3121, Australia
- Department of Orthopaedics, Western Hospital, Melbourne 3011, Australia
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- Zimmer Biomet, Warsaw, IN 46580, USA
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Wolf MA, Kosmalla F, Landgraeber S. [Digital tools in musculoskeletal rehabilitation]. ORTHOPADIE (HEIDELBERG, GERMANY) 2023:10.1007/s00132-023-04392-4. [PMID: 37289215 DOI: 10.1007/s00132-023-04392-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/03/2023] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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The demographic transition in combination with the increasing demands of society and a growing shortage of skilled workers are leading to a shortage of care in musculoskeletal rehabilitation, especially in times of the pandemic. Digital interventions represent an opportunity to reintegrate patients with musculoskeletal dysfunctions into everyday life. The changes to the legal basis enable physicians and therapists to support the rehabilitation of their patients with reimbursable apps and digital applications and to permanently integrate learned skills into their daily lives. Telerehabilitation technologies, apps, telerobotics and mixed reality offer the opportunity to complement and optimize existing care structures and to redesign specialized therapeutic home visits with modern technology in a new and contemporary way.
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- Milan Anton Wolf
- Klinik für Orthopädie und Orthopädische Chirurgie, Universitätsklinikum des Saarlandes, Kirrberger Str. 100, Homburg, Deutschland.
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- Saarland Informatics Campus, Deutsches Forschungszentrum für Künstliche Intelligenz (DFKI), Saarbrücken, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Orthopädie und Orthopädische Chirurgie, Universitätsklinikum des Saarlandes, Kirrberger Str. 100, Homburg, Deutschland
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Szeto K, Arnold J, Singh B, Gower B, Simpson CEM, Maher C. Interventions Using Wearable Activity Trackers to Improve Patient Physical Activity and Other Outcomes in Adults Who Are Hospitalized: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. JAMA Netw Open 2023; 6:e2318478. [PMID: 37318806 PMCID: PMC10273021 DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2023.18478] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2023] [Accepted: 04/28/2023] [Indexed: 06/16/2023] Open
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Importance Low levels of physical activity during hospitalization are thought to contribute to a range of poor outcomes for patients. Using wearable activity trackers during hospitalization may help improve patient activity, sedentary behavior, and other outcomes. Objective To evaluate the association of interventions that use wearable activity trackers during hospitalization with patient physical activity, sedentary behavior, clinical outcomes, and hospital efficiency outcomes. Data Sources OVID MEDLINE, CINAHL, Embase, EmCare, PEDro, SportDiscuss, and Scopus databases were searched from inception to March 2022. The Cochrane Central Register for Controlled trials, ClinicalTrials.gov, and World Health Organization Clinical Trials Registry were also searched for registered protocols. No language restrictions were imposed. Study Selection Randomized clinical trials and nonrandomized clinical trials of interventions that used wearable activity trackers to increase physical activity or reduce sedentary behavior in adults (aged 18 years or older) who were hospitalized were included. Data Extraction and Synthesis Study selection, data extraction, and critical appraisal were conducted in duplicate. Data were pooled for meta-analysis using random-effects models. The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses guideline was followed. Main Outcomes and Measures The primary outcomes were objectively measured physical activity or sedentary behavior. Secondary outcomes included clinical outcomes (eg, physical function, pain, mental health), and hospital efficiency outcomes (eg, length of stay, readmission). Results Fifteen studies with a total of 1911 participants were included, representing various surgical cohorts (4 studies), stroke rehabilitation (3 studies), orthopedic rehabilitation (3 studies), mixed rehabilitation (3 studies), and mixed medical (2 studies). All studies were included in meta-analyses. There was a significant association between wearable activity tracker interventions with higher overall physical activity (standardized mean difference, 0.35; 95% CI, 0.15 to 0.54; I2 = 72%; P < .002) and less sedentary behavior (mean difference, -35.46 min/d; 95% CI, -57.43 to -13.48 min/d; I2 = 0; P = .002), and a significant association between wearable activity tracker interventions with improvements in physical function (standardized mean difference, 0.27; 95% CI, 0.08 to 0.46; I2 = 0; P = .006) compared with usual care. There was no significant association between wearable activity tracker interventions with pain, mental health, length of stay, or readmission risk. Conclusions and Relevance In this systematic review and meta-analysis, interventions that used wearable activity trackers with patients who are hospitalized were associated with higher physical activity levels, less sedentary behavior, and better physical functioning compared with usual care.
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- Kimberley Szeto
- Alliance for Research in Exercise, Nutrition and Activity (ARENA), University of South Australia, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- Alliance for Research in Exercise, Nutrition and Activity (ARENA), University of South Australia, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- Alliance for Research in Exercise, Nutrition and Activity (ARENA), University of South Australia, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- Alliance for Research in Exercise, Nutrition and Activity (ARENA), University of South Australia, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- Alliance for Research in Exercise, Nutrition and Activity (ARENA), University of South Australia, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- Alliance for Research in Exercise, Nutrition and Activity (ARENA), University of South Australia, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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McLean KA, Knight SR, Diehl TM, Varghese C, Ng N, Potter MA, Zafar SN, Bouamrane MM, Harrison EM. Readiness for implementation of novel digital health interventions for postoperative monitoring: a systematic review and clinical innovation network analysis. Lancet Digit Health 2023; 5:e295-e315. [PMID: 37100544 DOI: 10.1016/s2589-7500(23)00026-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2022] [Revised: 02/01/2023] [Accepted: 02/03/2023] [Indexed: 04/28/2023]
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An increasing number of digital health interventions (DHIs) for remote postoperative monitoring have been developed and evaluated. This systematic review identifies DHIs for postoperative monitoring and evaluates their readiness for implementation into routine health care. Studies were defined according to idea, development, exploration, assessment, and long-term follow-up (IDEAL) stages of innovation. A novel clinical innovation network analysis used coauthorship and citations to examine collaboration and progression within the field. 126 DHIs were identified, with 101 (80%) being early stage innovations (IDEAL stage 1 and 2a). None of the DHIs identified had large-scale routine implementation. There is little evidence of collaboration, and there are clear omissions in the evaluation of feasibility, accessibility, and the health-care impact. Use of DHIs for postoperative monitoring remains at an early stage of innovation, with promising but generally low-quality supporting evidence. Comprehensive evaluation within high-quality, large-scale trials and real-world data are required to definitively establish readiness for routine implementation.
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- Kenneth A McLean
- Centre for Medical Informatics, Usher Institute, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
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- Centre for Medical Informatics, Usher Institute, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
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- Department of Surgery, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Madison, WI, USA
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- Department of Surgery, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Centre for Medical Informatics, Usher Institute, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
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- Colorectal Unit, Western General Hospital, Edinburgh, UK
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- Department of Surgery, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Madison, WI, USA
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- Centre for Medical Informatics, Usher Institute, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
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- Centre for Medical Informatics, Usher Institute, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK.
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Sato EH, Stevenson KL, Blackburn BE, Peters C, Archibeck MJ, Pelt CE, Gililland JM, Anderson LA. Recovery Curves for Patient Reported Outcomes and Physical Function After Total Hip Arthroplasty. J Arthroplasty 2023:S0883-5403(23)00358-3. [PMID: 37068568 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2023.04.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2022] [Revised: 04/04/2023] [Accepted: 04/08/2023] [Indexed: 04/19/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Patient reported outcome measures (PROMs) are frequently used for evaluating patient satisfaction and function following total hip arthroplasty (THA). Functional measures along with chronologic modeling may help set expectations perioperatively. Our goal was to define the trajectory of recovery and function in the first year following THA. METHODS Prospective data from 1,898 patients in a multicenter study was analyzed. The PROMs included the Hip disability and Osteoarthritis Score for Joint Replacement (HOOS-JR) and EuroQol-5 dimension (EQ5D). Physical activity was recorded on a wearable technology. Data was collected pre-operatively and at one, three, six, and twelve months post-operatively. Generalized estimating equations were used to evaluate outcomes over time. RESULTS Significant improvement occurred between pre- and post-operative time points for all PROMs. The PROMs showed the greatest proportional recovery within the first month post-operatively, each improving by at least one minimal clinically important difference (MCID). Daily steps and flights of stairs took longer to reach at least one MCID (three months and one year, respectively). Gait speed and walking asymmetry returned to baseline by three months, but did not reach a MCID of improvement by one-year. CONCLUSION Patients can be counseled that the greatest proportional improvement in PROMs is within one month after THA, while function surpasses pre-operative baselines by three-months, and gait quality may not improve until after one-year. This can help set realistic expectations and target interventions toward patients deviating from the norm.
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- Eleanor H Sato
- 1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- 1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- 1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- 1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- 1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- 1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA.
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- 1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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Pritchard MW, Lewis SR, Robinson A, Gibson SV, Chuter A, Copeland RJ, Lawson E, Smith AF. Effectiveness of the perioperative encounter in promoting regular exercise and physical activity: a systematic review and meta-analysis. EClinicalMedicine 2023; 57:101806. [PMID: 36816345 PMCID: PMC9929685 DOI: 10.1016/j.eclinm.2022.101806] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2022] [Revised: 12/04/2022] [Accepted: 12/07/2022] [Indexed: 02/10/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Low levels of physical activity (PA) are associated with poorer health outcomes. The perioperative encounter (extending from initial contact in primary care to beyond discharge from hospital) is potentially a good time to intervene, but data regarding the effectiveness of interventions are scarce. To address this, we systematically reviewed existing literature to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions applied perioperatively to facilitate PA in the medium to long-term (at least six months after the intervention). METHODS In this systematic review and meta-analysis, we searched Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL, Cochrane Library), MEDLINE, CINAHL, Embase, PsycInfo, and SPORTDiscus from database inception to October 22nd 2020, with an updated search done on August 4th 2022. We searched clinical trials registers, and conducted forward- and backward-citation searches. We included randomised controlled trials and quasi-randomised trials comparing PA interventions with usual care, or another PA intervention, in adults who were scheduled for, or had recently undergone, surgery. We included trials which reported our primary outcomes: amount of PA or whether participants were engaged in PA at least six months after the intervention. A random effects meta-analysis was used to pool data across studies as risk ratios (RR), or standardised mean differences (SMDs), which we interpreted using Cohen. We used the Cochrane risk of bias tool and used GRADE to assess the certainty of the evidence. This study is registered with PROSPERO, CRD42019139008. FINDINGS We found 57 trials including 8548 adults and compared 71 interventions facilitating PA. Most interventions were started postoperatively and included multiple components. Compared with usual care, interventions may slightly increase the number of minutes of PA per day or week (SMD 0.17, 95% CI 0.09-0.26; 14 studies, 2172 participants; I2 = 0%), and people's engagement in PA at the study's end (RR 1.19, 95% CI 0.96-1.47; 9 studies, 882 participants; I2 = 25%); this was moderate-certainty evidence. Some studies compared two different types of interventions but it was often not feasible to combine data in analysis. The effect estimates generally indicated little difference between intervention designs and we judged all the evidence for these comparisons to be very low certainty. Thirty-six studies (63%) had low risk of selection bias for sequence generation, 27 studies (47%) had low risk of bias for allocation concealment, and 56 studies (98%) had a high risk of performance bias. For detection bias for PA outcomes, we judged 30 studies (53%) that used subjective measurement tools to have a high risk of detection bias. INTERPRETATION Interventions delivered in the perioperative setting, aimed at enhancing PA in the medium to long-term, may have overall benefit. However, because of imprecision in some of the findings, we could not rule out the possibility of no change in PA. FUNDING National Institute for Health Research Health Services and Delivery Research programme (NIHR127879).
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- Michael W. Pritchard
- Lancaster Patient Safety Research Unit, Royal Lancaster Infirmary, Lancaster, UK
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- Bone and Joint Health, School of Medicine and Dentistry, Blizard Institute, Queen Mary University of London, London, UK
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- Lancaster Patient Safety Research Unit, Royal Lancaster Infirmary, Lancaster, UK
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- The Advanced Wellbeing Research Centre, Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield, UK
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- Lancaster Medical School, Lancaster University, Lancaster, UK
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- Department of Anaesthesia, Royal Lancaster Infirmary, Lancaster, UK
- Corresponding author. Department of Anaesthesia, Royal Lancaster Infirmary, Lancaster, LA1 4RP, UK.
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An orthopaedic intelligence application successfully integrates data from a smartphone-based care management platform and a robotic knee system using a commercial database. INTERNATIONAL ORTHOPAEDICS 2023; 47:485-494. [PMID: 36508053 DOI: 10.1007/s00264-022-05651-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/07/2022] [Accepted: 12/02/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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PURPOSE To evaluate the feasibility of using a smartphone-based care management platform (sbCMP) and robotic-assisted total knee arthroplasty (raTKA) to collect data throughout the episode-of-care and assess if intra-operative measures of soft tissue laxity in raTKA were associated with post-operative outcomes. METHODS A secondary data analysis of 131 patients in a commercial database who underwent raTKA was performed. Pre-operative through six week post-operative step counts and KOOS JR scores were collected and cross-referenced with intra-operative laxity measures. A Kruskal-Wallis test or a Wilcoxon sign-rank was used to assess outcomes. RESULTS There were higher step counts at six weeks post-operatively in knees with increased laxity in both the lateral compartment in extension and medial compartment in flexion (p < 0.05). Knees balanced in flexion within < 0.5 mm had higher KOOS JR scores at six weeks post-operative (p = 0.034) compared to knees balanced within 0.5-1.5 mm. CONCLUSION A smartphone-based care management platform can be integrated with raTKA to passively collect data throughout the episode-of-care. Associations between intra-operative decisions regarding laxity and post-operative outcomes were identified. However, more robust analysis is needed to evaluate these associations and ensure clinical relevance to guide machine learning algorithms.
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Pearson J, Ayers D, Zheng H. The Role of Wearable Technology in Measuring and Supporting Patient Outcomes Following Total Joint Replacement: Review of the Literature. JMIR Perioper Med 2023; 6:e39396. [PMID: 36633891 PMCID: PMC9880809 DOI: 10.2196/39396] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2022] [Revised: 11/14/2022] [Accepted: 12/13/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The incidence rate of total joint replacement (TJR) continues to increase due to the aging population and the surgery that is very successful in providing pain relief to and improving function among patients with advanced knee or hip arthritis. Improving patient outcomes and patient satisfaction after TJR remain important goals. Wearable technologies provide a novel way to capture patient function and activity data and supplement clinical measures and patient-reported outcome measures in order to better understand patient outcomes after TJR. OBJECTIVE We examined the current literature to evaluate the potential role of wearable devices and compare them with existing methods for monitoring and improving patient rehabilitation and outcomes following TJR. METHODS We performed a literature search by using the research databases supported by the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School's Lamar Soutter Library, including PubMed and Scopus, supplemented with the Google Scholar search engine. A specific search strategy was used to identify articles discussing the use of wearable devices in measuring and affecting postoperative outcomes of patients who have undergone TJR. Selected papers were organized into a spreadsheet and categorized for our qualitative literature review to assess how wearable data correlated with clinical measures and patient-reported outcome measures. RESULTS A total of 9 papers were selected. The literature showed the impact of wearable devices on evaluating and improving postoperative functional outcomes. Wearable-collected data could be used to predict postoperative clinical measures, such as range of motion and Timed Up and Go times. When predicting patient-reported outcomes, specifically Hip Disability and Osteoarthritis Outcome Scores/Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Scores and Veterans RAND 12-Item Health Survey scores, strong associations were found between changes in sensor-collected data and changes in patient-reported outcomes over time. Further, the step counts of patients who received feedback from a wearable improved over time when compared to those of patients who did not receive feedback. CONCLUSIONS These findings suggest that wearable technology has the potential to remotely measure and improve postoperative orthopedic patient outcomes. We anticipate that this review will facilitate further investigation into whether wearable devices are viable tools for guiding the clinical management of TJR rehabilitation.
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- Department of Orthopedics and Physical Rehabilitation, UMass Chan Medical School, Worcester, MA, United States
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- Department of Orthopedics and Physical Rehabilitation, UMass Chan Medical School, Worcester, MA, United States
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Bahadori S, Williams JM, Collard S, Swain I. A feasibility study to evaluate a purposeful walk intervention with a distance goal using a commercially available activity monitor in elderly people post total hip replacement surgery. J Rehabil Assist Technol Eng 2023; 10:20556683231195927. [PMID: 37635835 PMCID: PMC10447967 DOI: 10.1177/20556683231195927] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2023] [Accepted: 07/11/2023] [Indexed: 08/29/2023] Open
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Introduction Total hip replacement (THR) is performed in an increasing number of individuals around the world and while improvements in pain reduction and long-term enhancement of muscle strength are well documented, the improvement in daily activity does not follow the same trend. This study aimed to determine the feasibility of a 5-week intervention where a personalised outdoor walking distance is monitored using a commercial activity monitor (Fitbit Charge 4). Method Data was collected on gait and activities of daily living using patient reported outcome measures. Following the completion of the intervention period, participants took part in a semi-structured interview to voice their opinion on the use of the activity monitor, their experiences, and any challenges in order to assess the feasibility of the intervention. All quantitative data were presented descriptively, using appropriate summary statistics. Interviews were analysed using thematic analysis. Results Five participants who had undergone total hip replacement surgery within the postoperative period of 3 to 6 months were recruited from the local community. Conclusion The findings suggest that the intervention was feasible and that it encouraged all participants to increase their daily activity. Therefore, it can be concluded that a follow-up effectiveness trial is warranted.
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- Shayan Bahadori
- Orthopaedic Research Institute, Bournemouth University, Bournemouth, UK
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- Faculty of Science and Technology, Bournemouth University, Poole, UK
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- Orthopaedic Research Institute, Bournemouth University, Bournemouth, UK
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Yang X, Allen JC, Aslim EJ, Tay KJ, Yuen SPJ, Kanesvaran R, Chua MLK, Chong TW, Ho SSH, Lee LS. Patient-reported outcomes of a phase II neoadjuvant apalutamide (ARN-509) and radical prostatectomy in treatment of intermediate- to high-risk prostate cancer (NEAR) trial. Int J Urol 2022; 29:1322-1330. [PMID: 36000794 DOI: 10.1111/iju.14994] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2022] [Accepted: 07/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The NEAR trial is a single-arm phase II trial investigating the efficacy of neoadjuvant apalutamide and radical prostatectomy in the treatment of D'Amico intermediate- to high-risk prostate cancer. This publication focuses on health-related quality of life (HRQoL) during 12 weeks of neoadjuvant apalutamide treatment. METHODS From 2017 to 2019, 30 suitable patients received neoadjuvant apalutamide 240 mg once daily for 12 weeks followed by radical prostatectomy (ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT03124433). Patient-reported quality of life outcomes was analyzed using European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life Questionnaire Core Module (EORTC QLQ-C30), EORTC Quality of Life Questionnaire Prostate Module (QLQ-PR25), and Sexual Health Inventory for Men questionnaire (SHIM) at weeks 0,4,12, and 20 of the study. RESULTS Thirty patients completed 12 weeks of apalutamide therapy and data analyzed for 29 with complete datasets. Neoadjuvant apalutamide therapy was associated with no clinically significant negative impact on patients' global health and QoL scores. Deteriorations in mean scores of functional and symptom scales of QLQ-C30 questionnaire were statistically significant (p = 0.011 and p = 0.008, respectively) but were not clinically meaningful. Patients were also affected by fatigue (p = 0.012), cognitive function (p = 0.038), reduced role functioning (p = 0.025), and lower SHIM scores (p < 0.001). Median daily step count reduced from 8228/day to 6001/day per day (p = 0.063), while BMI and body weight reduction were observed (statistically but not clinically significant). CONCLUSION During 12 weeks of neoadjuvant apalutamide in organ-confined prostate cancer, the overall patient-reported HRQoL outcomes were maintained, but fatigue and sexual dysfunction were observed in those patients.
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- Xinyan Yang
- Department of Urology, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore
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- Centre for Quantitative Medicine/Office of Research, Duke-NUS Medical School, Singapore
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- Department of Urology, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore.,Duke-NUS Medical School, Singapore
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- Department of Urology, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore.,Duke-NUS Medical School, Singapore
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- Department of Urology, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore.,Duke-NUS Medical School, Singapore
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- Duke-NUS Medical School, Singapore.,Division of Medical Oncology, National Cancer Centre, Singapore
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- Duke-NUS Medical School, Singapore.,Divisions of Radiation Oncology and Medical Sciences, National Cancer Centre, Singapore
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- Department of Urology, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore.,Duke-NUS Medical School, Singapore
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- Department of Urology, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore.,Duke-NUS Medical School, Singapore
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- Duke-NUS Medical School, Singapore.,Department of Urology, Sengkang General Hospital, Singapore
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Babaei N, Hannani N, Dabanloo NJ, Bahadori S. A Systematic Review of the Use of Commercial Wearable Activity Trackers for Monitoring Recovery in Individuals Undergoing Total Hip Replacement Surgery. CYBORG AND BIONIC SYSTEMS (WASHINGTON, D.C.) 2022; 2022:9794641. [PMID: 36751476 PMCID: PMC9636847 DOI: 10.34133/2022/9794641] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2022] [Accepted: 10/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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The innovation of wearable devices is advancing rapidly. Activity monitors can be used to improve the total hip replacement (THR) patients' recovery process and reduce costs. This systematic review assessed the body-worn accelerometers used in studies to enhance the rehabilitation process and monitor THR patients. Electronic databases such as Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews library, CINAHL CompleteVR, Science Citation Index, and MedlineVR from January 2000 to January 2022 were searched. Due to inclusion criteria, fourteen eligible studies that utilised commercial wearable technology to monitor physical activity both before and after THR were identified. Their evidence quality was assessed with RoB 2.0 and ROBINS-I. This study demonstrates that wearable device technology might be feasible to predict, monitor, and detect physical activity following THR. They could be used as a motivational tool to increase patients' mobility and enhance the recovery process. Also, wearable activity monitors could provide a better insight into the individual's activity level in contrast to subjective self-reported questionnaires. However, they have some limitations, and further evidence is needed to establish this technology as the primary device in THR rehabilitation.
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- Nasibeh Babaei
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Science And Research Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Science And Research Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Science And Research Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
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- Faculty of Health and Social Science, Bournemouth University, Bournemouth, UK
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Bieler T, Magnusson SP, Siersma V, Rinaldo M, Schmiegelow MT, Beck T, Krifa AM, Kjær BH, Palm H, Midtgaard J. Effectiveness of promotion and support for physical activity maintenance post total hip arthroplasty-study protocol for a pragmatic, assessor-blinded, randomized controlled trial (the PANORAMA trial). Trials 2022; 23:647. [PMID: 35964101 PMCID: PMC9375375 DOI: 10.1186/s13063-022-06610-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2022] [Accepted: 08/01/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Background Total hip arthroplasty is considered an efficacious procedure for relieving pain and disability, but despite that objectively measured physical activity level remains unchanged compared to pre-surgery and is still considerably lower than that of a healthy age- and sex-matched population 6–12 months post-surgery. Since there is a graded relationship between physical activity level and functional performance, increasing physical activity may enhance the outcome of the procedure. This study aims to investigate whether promotion and support of physical activity initiated 3 months after total hip arthroplasty complementary to usual rehabilitation care can increase objective measured physical activity 6 months post-surgery. Methods The trial is designed as a pragmatic, parallel group, two-arm, assessor-blinded, superiority, randomized (1:1), controlled trial with post intervention follow-up 6 and 12 months after total hip arthroplasty. Home-dwelling, independent, and self-reliant patients with hip osteoarthritis are provisionally enrolled prior to surgery and re-screened about 2–3 months post-surgery to confirm eligibility. Baseline assessment is conducted 3 months post-surgery. Subsequently, patients (n=200) are randomized to either a 3-month, multimodal physical activity promotion/education intervention or control (no further attention). The intervention consists of face-to-face and telephone counselling, patient education material, pedometer, and step-counting journal. The primary outcome is objectively measured physical activity, specifically the proportion of patients that complete on average ≥8000 steps per day 6 months post-surgery. Secondary outcomes include core outcomes (i.e., physical function, pain, and patient global assessment) and health-related quality of life. Furthermore, we will explore the effect of the intervention on self-efficacy and outcome expectations (i.e., tertiary outcomes). Discussion By investigating the effectiveness of a pedometer-driven, face-to-face, and telephone-assisted counselling, behavior change intervention in complementary to usual rehabilitation, we hope to deliver applicable and generalizable knowledge to support physical activity after total hip arthroplasty and potentially enhance the outcome of the procedure. Trial registration www.clinicaltrials.govNCT04471532. Registered on July 15, 2020.
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- Theresa Bieler
- Department of Physical and Occupational Therapy, Copenhagen University Hospital - Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg, Bispebjerg Bakke 23, Nielsine Nielsens Vej 10, Building 10, 2400, Copenhagen, NV, Denmark.
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- Department of Physical and Occupational Therapy, Copenhagen University Hospital - Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg, Bispebjerg Bakke 23, Nielsine Nielsens Vej 10, Building 10, 2400, Copenhagen, NV, Denmark.,Institute of Sports Medicine Copenhagen, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Copenhagen University Hospital - Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg, Bispebjerg Bakke 23, Nielsine Nielsens Vej 8, Building 8, 2400, Copenhagen, NV, Denmark
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- The Research Unit for General Practice and Section of General Practice, Department of Public Health, University of Copenhagen, Øster Farimagsgade 5, building 24, entrance R, 1353, Copenhagen K, Denmark
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- Department of Physical and Occupational Therapy, Copenhagen University Hospital - Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg, Bispebjerg Bakke 23, Nielsine Nielsens Vej 10, Building 10, 2400, Copenhagen, NV, Denmark
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Copenhagen University Hospital - Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg, Bispebjerg Bakke 23, Nielsine Nielsens Vej 6, Building 6, 2400, Copenhagen, NV, Denmark
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Copenhagen University Hospital - Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg, Bispebjerg Bakke 23, Nielsine Nielsens Vej 6, Building 6, 2400, Copenhagen, NV, Denmark
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- Department of Physical and Occupational Therapy, Copenhagen University Hospital - Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg, Bispebjerg Bakke 23, Nielsine Nielsens Vej 10, Building 10, 2400, Copenhagen, NV, Denmark
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Copenhagen University Hospital - Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg, Bispebjerg Bakke 23, Nielsine Nielsens Vej 6, Building 6, 2400, Copenhagen, NV, Denmark
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Copenhagen, Blegdamsvej 3B, 2200, Copenhagen N, Denmark.,Centre for Applied Research in Mental Health Care (CARMEN), Mental Health Centre Glostrup, Nordstjernevej 41, 2600, Glostrup, Denmark
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Constantinescu D, Pavlis W, Rizzo M, Vanden Berge D, Barnhill S, Hernandez VH. The role of commercially available smartphone apps and wearable devices in monitoring patients after total knee arthroplasty: a systematic review. EFORT Open Rev 2022; 7:481-490. [PMID: 35900191 PMCID: PMC9297050 DOI: 10.1530/eor-21-0115] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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Purpose Commercially available smartphone apps and wearable devices have proven valuable in a variety of clinical settings, yet their utility in measuring physical activity and monitoring patient status following total knee arthroplasty (TKA) remains unclear. Methods A systematic review was performed to assess the evidence supporting the use of smartphone apps and wearable devices to assist rehabilitation interventions following TKA. A search was conducted in the PubMed, Cochrane, Medline, and Web of Science databases in September 2021. Results One hundred and seventy-six studies were retrieved, of which 15 met inclusion criteria, including 6 randomized control trials. Four of these studies utilized smartphone apps, seven utilized wearable devices, and four utilized a combination of both. A total of 1607 TKA patients participated in the included studies. For primary outcomes, three reported on device accuracy, three on recovery prediction, two on functional recovery, two on physical activity promotion, two on patient compliance, two on pain control, and one on healthcare utilization. Conclusion Commercially available smartphone apps and wearable devices were shown to capably monitor physical activity and improve patient engagement following TKA, making them potentially viable adjuncts or replacements to traditional rehabilitation programs. Components of interventions such as step goals, app-based patient engagement platforms, and patient-specific benchmarks for recovery may improve effectiveness. However, future research should focus on the economics of implementation, long-term outcomes, and optimization of compliance and accuracy when using these devices.
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- University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University of Miami, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University of Miami, Miami, Florida, USA
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de Leeuwerk ME, Botjes M, van Vliet V, Geleijn E, de Groot V, van Wegen E, van der Schaaf M, Tuynman J, Dickhoff C, van der Leeden M. Self-monitoring of Physical Activity After Hospital Discharge in Patients Who Have Undergone Gastrointestinal or Lung Cancer Surgery: Mixed Methods Feasibility Study. JMIR Cancer 2022; 8:e35694. [PMID: 35749165 PMCID: PMC9270713 DOI: 10.2196/35694] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2021] [Revised: 03/31/2022] [Accepted: 04/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Background Self-monitoring of physical activity (PA) using an accelerometer is a promising intervention to stimulate PA after hospital discharge. Objective This study aimed to evaluate the feasibility of PA self-monitoring after discharge in patients who have undergone gastrointestinal or lung cancer surgery. Methods A mixed methods study was conducted in which 41 patients with cancer scheduled for lobectomy, esophageal resection, or hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy were included. Preoperatively, patients received an ankle-worn accelerometer and the corresponding mobile health app to familiarize themselves with its use. The use was continued for up to 6 weeks after surgery. Feasibility criteria related to the study procedures, the System Usability Scale, and user experiences were established. In addition, 6 patients were selected to participate in semistructured interviews. Results The percentage of patients willing to participate in the study (68/90, 76%) and the final participation rate (57/90, 63%) were considered good. The retention rate was acceptable (41/57, 72%), whereas the rate of missing accelerometer data was relatively high (31%). The mean System Usability Scale score was good (77.3). Interviewed patients mentioned that the accelerometer and app were easy to use, motivated them to be more physically active, and provided postdischarge support. The technical shortcomings and comfort of the ankle straps should be improved. Conclusions Self-monitoring of PA after discharge appears to be feasible based on good system usability and predominantly positive user experiences in patients with cancer after lobectomy, esophageal resection, or hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy. Solving technical problems and improving the comfort of the ankle strap may reduce the number of dropouts and missing data in clinical use and follow-up studies.
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- Marijke Elizabeth de Leeuwerk
- Rehabilitation Medicine, Amsterdam University Medical Centers location Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands.,Ageing & Vitality, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Rehabilitation Medicine, Amsterdam University Medical Centers location Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Rehabilitation Medicine, Amsterdam University Medical Centers location Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Rehabilitation Medicine, Amsterdam University Medical Centers location Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Rehabilitation Medicine, Amsterdam University Medical Centers location Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands.,Rehabilitation & Development, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Rehabilitation Medicine, Amsterdam University Medical Centers location Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands.,Ageing & Vitality, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam, Netherlands.,Rehabilitation & Development, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Ageing & Vitality, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam, Netherlands.,Rehabilitation Medicine, Amsterdam University Medical Centers location University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands.,Center of Expertise Urban Vitality, Faculty of Health, Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- General Surgery, Amsterdam University Medical Centers location Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands.,Cancer Centre Amsterdam, Treatment and Quality of Life, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Cancer Centre Amsterdam, Treatment and Quality of Life, Amsterdam, Netherlands.,Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Amsterdam University Medical Centers location Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Rehabilitation Medicine, Amsterdam University Medical Centers location Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands.,Ageing & Vitality, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Cushner FD, Schiller PJ, Mueller JKP, Gross JM, Hunter WL. A Cadaveric Study Addressing the Feasibility of Remote Patient Monitoring Prosthesis for Total Knee Arthroplasty. J Arthroplasty 2022; 37:S350-S354. [PMID: 35314093 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2021.10.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2021] [Revised: 10/21/2021] [Accepted: 10/26/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Since the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020, there has been a marked rise in the use of telemedicine to evaluate patients after total knee arthroplasty (TKA). The purpose of our study was to assess a novel stem with an embedded sensor that can remotely and objectively monitor a patient's mobility after TKA. METHODS A single anatomically designed knee system was implanted in concert with an interconnected tibial stem extension containing 3D accelerometers, 3D gyroscopes, a power source, and a telemetry transmission capability in 3 cadaveric pelvis to toe specimens. The legs were moved by hand to preset tibial positions at full knee extension, midflexion, flexion, and back to midflexion and extension for a total of 16 trials across 6 knees. RESULTS Sensor data were successfully transmitted with good quality of signal to an external base station. Good correlation to the range of motion of the tibia was found (mean error 0.1 degrees; root mean square error 3.8 degrees). The signal from the heel drop tests suggests the sensor could detect heel strike during activities of daily living in vivo and the potential for additional signal processing to analyze vibratory and motion patterns detected by the sensors. A frequency domain analysis of a properly cemented and poorly cemented implant during the heel drop test suggests a difference in accelerometer signal in these implant states. CONCLUSION The results confirm signals generated from an embedded TKA sensor can transmit through bone and cement, providing accurate range of motion data and may be capable of detecting changes in prosthesis fixation remotely.
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- Fred D Cushner
- Hospital For Special Surgery, Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement Department, New York, NY; Canary Medical, Carlsbad, CA
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de Leeuwerk ME, Bor P, van der Ploeg HP, de Groot V, van der Schaaf M, van der Leeden M. The effectiveness of physical activity interventions using activity trackers during or after inpatient care: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Int J Behav Nutr Phys Act 2022; 19:59. [PMID: 35606852 PMCID: PMC9125831 DOI: 10.1186/s12966-022-01261-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2021] [Accepted: 01/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Promoting physical activity (PA) in patients during and/or after an inpatient stay appears important but challenging. Interventions using activity trackers seem promising to increase PA and enhance recovery of physical functioning. OBJECTIVE To review the effectiveness of physical activity interventions using activity trackers on improving PA and physical functioning, compared to usual care in patients during and/or after inpatient care. In addition, it was determined whether the following intervention characteristics increase the effectiveness of these interventions: the number of behaviour change techniques (BCTs) used, the use of a theoretical model or the addition of coaching by a health professional. DESIGN Systematic review and meta-analysis. DATA SOURCES PubMed, EMBASE, Cinahl, SportDiscus and Web of Science databases were searched in March 2020 and updated in March 2021. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR SELECTING STUDIES Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) including interventions using activity trackers and feedback on PA in adult patients during, or less than 3 months after, hospitalization or inpatient rehabilitation. METHODS Following database search and title and abstract screening, articles were screened on full text for eligibility and then assessed for risk of bias by using the Physiotherapy Evidence Database (PEDro) scale. Meta-analyses, including subgroup analysis on intervention characteristics, were conducted for the outcomes PA and physical functioning. RESULTS Overall, 21 RCTs totalling 2355 patients were included. The trials covered a variety of clinical areas. There was considerable heterogeneity between studies. For the 13 studies that measured PA as an outcome variable(N = 1435), a significant small positive effect in favour of the intervention was found (standardized mean difference (SMD) = 0.34; 95%CI 0.12-0.56). For the 13 studies that measured physical functioning as an outcome variable (N = 1415) no significant effect was found (SMD = 0.09; 95%CI -0.02 - 0.19). Effectiveness on PA seems to improve by providing the intervention both during and after the inpatient period and by using a theoretical model, multiple BCTs and coaching by a health professional. CONCLUSION Interventions using activity trackers during and/or after inpatient care can be effective in increasing the level of PA. However, these improvements did not necessarily translate into improvements in physical functioning. Several intervention characteristics were found to increase the effectiveness of PA interventions. TRIAL REGISTRATION Registered in PROSPERO ( CRD42020175977 ) on March 23th, 2020.
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- Marijke E de Leeuwerk
- Amsterdam UMC location Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Rehabilitation Medicine, de Boelelaan, 1117, Amsterdam, the Netherlands. .,Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Ageing & Vitality, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
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- University Medical Centre Utrecht, Utrecht University, Department of Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy Science & Sports, Heidelberglaan, 100, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Amsterdam UMC location Vrije universiteit Amsterdam, Public and Occupational Health, de Boelelaan, 1117, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Amsterdam UMC location Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Rehabilitation Medicine, de Boelelaan, 1117, Amsterdam, the Netherlands.,Amsterdam Public Health, Health Behaviors & Chronic Diseases, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Rehabilitation & Development, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Ageing & Vitality, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Amsterdam UMC location University of Amsterdam, Rehabilitation Medicine, Meibergdreef 9, Amsterdam, the Netherlands.,Faculty of Health, Center of Expertise Urban Vitality, Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Amsterdam UMC location Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Rehabilitation Medicine, de Boelelaan, 1117, Amsterdam, the Netherlands.,Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Ageing & Vitality, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Mooiweer Y, Stevens M, van den Akker-Scheek I. Being active with a total hip or knee prosthesis: a systematic review into physical activity and sports recommendations and interventions to improve physical activity behavior. Eur Rev Aging Phys Act 2022; 19:7. [PMID: 35227191 PMCID: PMC8903715 DOI: 10.1186/s11556-022-00285-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2021] [Accepted: 02/01/2022] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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Objectives Regular physical activity (PA) is considered important after total hip and knee arthroplasty (THA/TKA). Objective was to systematically assess literature on recommendations given by healthcare professionals to persons after THA and TKA and to provide an overview of existing interventions to stimulate PA and sports participation. Methods A systematic review with a narrative synthesis including articles published between January 1995 and January 2021 reporting on recommendations and interventions. The PubMed, Embase, CINAHL and PsycInfo databases were systematically searched for original articles reporting on physical activity and sports recommendations given by healthcare professionals to persons after THA and TKA, and articles reporting on interventions/programs to stimulate a physically active lifestyle after rehabilitation or explicitly defined as part of the rehabilitation. Methodological quality was assessed with the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool (MMAT). The review was registered in Prospero (PROSPERO:CRD42020178556). Results Twenty-one articles reported on recommendations. Low-impact activities were allowed. Contact sports, most ball sports, and martial arts were not recommended. One study informed on whether health-enhancing PA recommendations were used to stimulate persons to become physically active. No studies included recommendations on sedentary behavior. Eleven studies reported on interventions. Interventions used guidance from a coach/physiotherapist; feedback on PA behavior from technology; and face-to-face, education, goal-setting, financial incentives and coaching/financial incentives combined, of which feedback and education seem to be most effective. For methodological quality, 18 out of 21 (86%) articles about recommendations and 7 out of 11 (64%) articles about interventions scored yes on more than half of the MMAT questions (0–5 score). Conclusion There is general agreement on what kind of sports activities can be recommended by healthcare professionals like orthopedic surgeons and physiotherapists. No attention is given to amount of PA. The same is true for limiting sedentary behavior. The number of interventions is limited and diverse, so no conclusions can be drawn. Interventions including provision of feedback about PA, seem to be effective and feasible. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s11556-022-00285-1.
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- Yvet Mooiweer
- Department of Orthopedics, University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, P.O. BOX 30.001, 9700 RB, Groningen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedics, University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, P.O. BOX 30.001, 9700 RB, Groningen, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Orthopedics, University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, P.O. BOX 30.001, 9700 RB, Groningen, The Netherlands
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Effects of physical activity interventions using wearables to improve objectively-measured and patient-reported outcomes in adults following orthopaedic surgical procedures: A systematic review. PLoS One 2022; 17:e0263562. [PMID: 35167599 PMCID: PMC8846530 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0263562] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2021] [Accepted: 01/24/2022] [Indexed: 01/01/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE To synthesize evidence on physical activity interventions that used wearables, either alone or in combination with education or rehabilitation, in adults following orthopaedic surgical procedures. METHODS PubMed, CINAHL, PsycINFO and EMBASE were searched for randomized controlled trials of wearable-based interventions from each database's inception to August 2021 in patients undergoing orthopaedic surgery. Relevant outcomes included physical activity, physical function, pain, psychological distress, or general health. PEDro scale scoring ranges from 0 to 10 and was used to appraise studies as high (≥7), moderate (5-6), or poor (<5) quality. RESULTS Of 335 articles identified, 6 articles met eligibility criteria. PEDro scores ranged from 2 to 6, with 3 studies of moderate quality and 3 of poor quality. Studies included patients undergoing total knee (number; n = 4) or total knee or hip (n = 1) arthroplasty and lumbar disc herniation surgery (n = 1). In addition to wearables, intervention components included step diary (n = 2), motivational interviewing (n = 1), goal setting (n = 2), tailored exercise program (n = 2), or financial incentives (n = 1). Interventions were delivered in-person (n = 2), remotely (n = 3) or in a hybrid format (n = 1). Intervention duration ranged from 6 weeks to 6 months. Compared to controls, 3 moderate quality studies reported greater improvement in steps/day; however, 1 moderate and 2 poor quality studies showed no between-group difference in physical function, pain, or quality of life. No serious adverse events related to the use of wearable were reported. CONCLUSIONS The effects of physical activity interventions using wearables, either delivered in-person or remotely, appear promising for increasing steps per day after joint arthroplasty; however, this finding should be viewed with caution since it is based on 3 moderate quality studies. Further research is needed to determine the therapeutic effects of using wearables as an intervention component in patients undergoing other orthopaedic surgical procedures. TRIAL REGISTRATION PROSPERO Registration Number: CRD42020186103.
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Taylor NF, Harding KE, Dennett AM, Febrey S, Warmoth K, Hall AJ, Prendergast LA, Goodwin VA. Behaviour change interventions to increase physical activity in hospitalised patients: a systematic review, meta-analysis and meta-regression. Age Ageing 2022; 51:6326506. [PMID: 34304267 PMCID: PMC8753032 DOI: 10.1093/ageing/afab154] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/19/2021] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Low physical activity levels are a major problem for people in hospital and are associated with adverse outcomes. OBJECTIVE This systematic review, meta-analysis and meta-regression aimed to determine the effect of behaviour change interventions on physical activity levels in hospitalised patients. METHODS Randomised controlled trials of behaviour change interventions to increase physical activity in hospitalised patients were selected from a database search, supplemented by reference list checking and citation tracking. Data were synthesised with random-effects meta-analyses and meta-regression analyses, applying Grades of Recommendation, Assessment, Development and Evaluation criteria. The primary outcome was objectively measured physical activity. Secondary measures were patient-related outcomes (e.g. mobility), service level outcomes (e.g. length of stay), adverse events and patient satisfaction. RESULTS Twenty randomised controlled trials of behaviour change interventions involving 2,568 participants (weighted mean age 67 years) included six trials with a high risk of bias. There was moderate-certainty evidence that behaviour change interventions increased physical activity levels (SMD 0.34, 95% CI 0.14-0.55). Findings in relation to mobility and length of stay were inconclusive. Adverse events were poorly reported. Meta-regression found behaviour change techniques of goal setting (SMD 0.29, 95% CI 0.05-0.53) and feedback (excluding high risk of bias trials) (SMD 0.35, 95% CI 0.11-0.60) were independently associated with increased physical activity. CONCLUSIONS Targeted behaviour change interventions were associated with increases in physical activity in hospitalised patients. The trials in this review were inconclusive in relation to the patient-related or health service benefits of increasing physical activity in hospital.
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- Nicholas F Taylor
- College of Science, Health and Engineering, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Victoria 3086, Australia
- Allied Health Clinical Research Office, Box Hill, Victoria 3128, Australia
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- College of Science, Health and Engineering, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Victoria 3086, Australia
- Allied Health Clinical Research Office, Box Hill, Victoria 3128, Australia
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- College of Science, Health and Engineering, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Victoria 3086, Australia
- Allied Health Clinical Research Office, Box Hill, Victoria 3128, Australia
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- College of Medicine and Health, University of Exeter, Exeter, EX1 2LU, UK
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- NIHR ARC East of England, University of Hertfordshire, Centre for Research In Public Health And Community Care (CRIPACC), Hatfield AL10 9AB, UK
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- College of Medicine and Health, University of Exeter, Exeter, EX1 2LU, UK
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- College of Science, Health and Engineering, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Victoria 3086, Australia
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- College of Medicine and Health, University of Exeter, Exeter, EX1 2LU, UK
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Srivastava NK, Chatterjee N, Subramani A, Akbar Jan N, Singh PK. Is health consciousness and perceived privacy protection critical to use wearable health devices? Extending the model of goal-directed behavior. BENCHMARKING-AN INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL 2021. [DOI: 10.1108/bij-12-2020-0631] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
Abstract
Purpose
The present study is an attempt to extend the Model of Goal-directed Behavior (MGB) to consider health consciousness and perceived privacy protection as two critical factors to predict desire and intention by individuals to adopt and use wearable health devices (WHDs).
Design/methodology/approach
Based on the literature review hypotheses were framed and tested using data collected through a questionnaire survey. A total of 418 self-reported complete responses were considered to analyze the hypotheses proposed in the study. Structural equation modeling, effects analysis and model comparison (MGB and extended MGB) were performed to understand the predictability of the suggested model.
Findings
The results of the study corroborate that along with MGB, health consciousness and perceived privacy protection also induces the intention of users toward using WHDs. Health-consciousness is found to have a positive and significant direct and indirect impact on intention to use WHDs. Further, the model comparison exhibits that the proposed extended MGB is a better predictor of intention to use WHDs.
Practical implications
Apart from the conventional framework of MGB, health consciousness and perceived privacy protection promote desire and intention to use WHDs. This research provides a framework for marketers to promote health consciousness among consumers by motivating them to adopt WHDs. Further, privacy protection features should be showcased in order to induce trust in consumers which in turn will trigger their intention to use WHDs to lead a healthy lifestyle.
Originality/value
The current study incorporates health consciousness and perceived privacy protection in MGB to fit into the context of healthcare intention study, which enhances the predictability of intention behavior of consumers and adds to the existing body of MGB and healthcare literature.
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Master H, Castillo R, Wegener ST, Pennings JS, Coronado RA, Haug CM, Skolasky RL, Riley LH, Neuman BJ, Cheng JS, Aaronson OS, Devin CJ, Archer KR. Role of psychosocial factors on the effect of physical activity on physical function in patients after lumbar spine surgery. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2021; 22:883. [PMID: 34663295 PMCID: PMC8522146 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-021-04622-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2021] [Accepted: 08/16/2021] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Background The purpose of this study was to investigate the longitudinal postoperative relationship between physical activity, psychosocial factors, and physical function in patients undergoing lumbar spine surgery. Methods We enrolled 248 participants undergoing surgery for a degenerative lumbar spine condition. Physical activity was measured using a triaxial accelerometer (Actigraph GT3X) at 6-weeks (6wk), 6-months (6M), 12-months (12M) and 24-months (24M) following spine surgery. Physical function (computerized adaptive test domain version of Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System) and psychosocial factors (pain self-efficacy, depression and fear of movement) were assessed at preoperative visit and 6wk, 6M, 12M and 24M after surgery. Structural equation modeling (SEM) techniques were utilized to analyze data, and results are represented as standardized regression weights (SRW). Overall SRW were computed across five imputed datasets to account for missing data. The mediation effect of each psychosocial factor on the effect of physical activity on physical function were computed [(SRW for effect of activity on psychosocial factor X SRW for effect of psychosocial factor on function) ÷ SRW for effect of activity on function]. Each SEM model was tested for model fit by assessing established fit indexes. Results The overall effect of steps per day on physical function (SRW ranged from 0.08 to 0.19, p<0.05) was stronger compared to the overall effect of physical function on steps per day (SRW ranged from non-existent to 0.14, p<0.01 to 0.3). The effect of steps per day on physical function and function on steps per day remained consistent after accounting for psychosocial factors in each of the mediation models. Depression and fear of movement at 6M mediated 3.4% and 5.4% of the effect of steps per day at 6wk on physical function at 12M, respectively. Pain self-efficacy was not a statistically significant mediator. Conclusions The findings of this study suggest that the relationship between physical activity and physical function is stronger than the relationship of function to activity. However, future research is needed to examine whether promoting physical activity during the early postoperative period may result in improvement of long-term physical function. Since depression and fear of movement had a very small mediating effect, additional work is needed to investigate other potential mediating factors such as pain catastrophizing, resilience and exercise self-efficacy. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s12891-021-04622-w.
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- Hiral Master
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Center for Musculoskeletal Research, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 1215 21st Ave South, Nashville, TN, 37232, USA.,Vanderbilt Institute for Clinical and Translational Research, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN, USA
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- Department of Health Policy & Management, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Johns Hopkins Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Center for Musculoskeletal Research, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 1215 21st Ave South, Nashville, TN, 37232, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Center for Musculoskeletal Research, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 1215 21st Ave South, Nashville, TN, 37232, USA.,Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Osher Center for Integrative Medicine, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Center for Musculoskeletal Research, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 1215 21st Ave South, Nashville, TN, 37232, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Johns Hopkins Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Johns Hopkins Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Johns Hopkins Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH, USA
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- Howell Allen Clinic, Saint Thomas Medical Partners, Nashville, TN, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Center for Musculoskeletal Research, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 1215 21st Ave South, Nashville, TN, 37232, USA.,Steamboat Orthopedic and Spine Institute, Steamboat Springs, CO, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Center for Musculoskeletal Research, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 1215 21st Ave South, Nashville, TN, 37232, USA. .,Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Osher Center for Integrative Medicine, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN, USA.
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McKeon JF, Alvarez PM, Vajapey AS, Sarac N, Spitzer AI, Vajapey SP. Expanding Role of Technology in Rehabilitation After Lower-Extremity Joint Replacement: A Systematic Review. JBJS Rev 2021; 9:01874474-202109000-00010. [PMID: 34516463 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.rvw.21.00016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022]
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BACKGROUND The effectiveness of telehealth programs in the administration of rehabilitation and the monitoring of postoperative progress after joint replacement is not well studied. The purpose of the present study was to systematically review the currently available evidence on the use of smart-device technology and telehealth programs to guide and monitor postoperative rehabilitation following total joint arthroplasty and to assess their impact on outcomes following surgery. METHODS A literature search of the MEDLINE database was performed using keywords "mobile," "app," "telehealth," "virtual," "arthroplasty," "outcomes," "joint replacement," "web based," "telemedicine," "TKA," "THA," "activity tracker," "fitness tracker," "monitor," "rehab," "online," and "stepcounter" in all possible combinations. All English studies with a level of evidence of I to III that were published from January 1, 2010, to December 19, 2020 were considered for inclusion. Quantitative and qualitative analysis was performed on the data collected. RESULTS A total of 28 articles meeting the inclusion criteria were identified and reviewed. With regard to objective functional outcome measures, such as strength, range of motion, or results of the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test, the virtual physical therapy group had equivalent or slightly superior outcomes compared with in-person physical therapy. There was similar improvement overall in patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) and patient satisfaction between virtual and in-person physical therapy. Virtual physical therapy resulted in cost savings ranging from $206 to $4,100 per patient compared with in-person physical therapy. CONCLUSIONS Telerehabilitation following lower-extremity joint replacement is less expensive compared with in-person physical therapy, with equivalent outcomes and patient satisfaction. Telerehabilitation and electronic health adjuncts can be used to substitute for traditional rehabilitation and augment postoperative care following total joint arthroplasty, respectively. Telerehabilitation that provides outcomes equivalent to in-person physical therapy not only increases convenience for patients but also decreases the cost burden on the health-care system. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic Level III. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
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- John F McKeon
- Department of Orthopaedics, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, Ohio
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, Ohio
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, Ohio
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, California
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, Ohio
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, California
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, Ohio
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Mohammadi S, Miller WC, Wu J, Pawliuk C, Robillard JM. Effectiveness of eHealth Tools for Hip and Knee Arthroplasty: A Systematic Review. FRONTIERS IN REHABILITATION SCIENCES 2021; 2:696019. [PMID: 36188859 PMCID: PMC9397702 DOI: 10.3389/fresc.2021.696019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2021] [Accepted: 07/19/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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Objective: This study aimed to compare the effectiveness and costs of eHealth tools with usual care in delivering health-related education to patients' undergoing total hip or knee arthroplasty due to osteoarthritis.Data Sources: Six electronic databases were searched to identify randomized controlled trials and experimental designs (randomized or not) examining the effect of eHealth tools on pre- or post-operative care. Only manuscripts written in English were included. In the current study, no specific primary or secondary outcomes were selected. Any study that investigated the impacts of eHealth tools on hip or knee arthroplasty outcomes were included.Review Methods: Two researchers reviewed all titles and abstracts independently and in duplicate. Two researchers also conducted full-text screening and data extraction from the 26 selected articles.Results: The data were descriptively reported, and themes could emerge from each outcome. Two researchers separately assessed the Risk of Bias for each paper using the Cochrane risk of bias assessment tool. The majority of studies evaluated the impact of eHealth tools on physical (n = 23) and psychosocial outcomes (n = 19). Cost-related outcomes were measured in 7 studies. eHealth tools were found to be equivocal to usual care, with few studies reporting statistically significant differences in physical or psychosocial outcome measures. However, cost-related outcomes showed that using eHealth tools is more cost-effective than usual care.Conclusions: This review demonstrated that eHealth tools might be as effective as usual care, and possibly more cost-effective, a crucial implication for many overly burdened health care systems.
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- Somayyeh Mohammadi
- GF Strong Rehabilitation Research Program, Vancouver, BC, Canada
- Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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- GF Strong Rehabilitation Research Program, Vancouver, BC, Canada
- Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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- BC Children's and Women's Hospitals and Health Centres, Vancouver, BC, Canada
- Division of Neurology, Department of Medicine, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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- BC Children Hospital Research Institute, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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- BC Children's and Women's Hospitals and Health Centres, Vancouver, BC, Canada
- Division of Neurology, Department of Medicine, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
- *Correspondence: Julie M. Robillard
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Early Recovery Outcomes in Patients Undergoing Total Hip Arthroplasty Through a Posterior Approach With Modified Postoperative Precautions. J Arthroplasty 2021; 36:2817-2822. [PMID: 33840540 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2021.03.038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/23/2021] [Revised: 02/25/2021] [Accepted: 03/15/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Recent data suggest that a modified, more lenient set of precautions after total hip arthroplasty (THA) performed through the posterolateral approach may safely allow more patient movement and exercise in the immediate postoperative period. We hypothesize that 1) patients undergoing THA given modified precautions will demonstrate a fast-track return to functional activity and 2) wrist-based activity trackers will provide valuable information on postoperative activity levels. METHODS We prospectively enrolled patients undergoing THA. Patients were given a wrist-based, commercially available activity tracker to wear 1 week preoperatively and 6 weeks postoperatively. Postoperative hip precautions included only the avoidance of the "leg-shaving" position of combined hip flexion, adduction, and internal rotation. Linear mixed models were used to analyze the change in steps and Hip Disability and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score-Junior (HOOS)-JR data. Pearson correlation coefficients were used to describe the relationship between average steps and HOOS-JR scores over time. RESULTS Eighty-two patients were enrolled. Seventy-four percent returned to work by week 4. Seventy-six percent of left THA patients returned to driving by week 4. At 6 weeks, 23% of survey respondents were taking pain medication and 26% were using assistive devices. Average daily steps were 1098 at week 1, 2491 at week 2, 4130 at week 3, 4850 at week 4, 5712 at week 5, and 6069 at week 6. A significant correlation (R: -0.981) was found between increased weekly steps and improved HOOS-JR scores after THA (P < .001). CONCLUSION Defining expected recovery timelines for patients undergoing THA helps surgeons counsel their patients preoperatively. Our study demonstrates an expected pathway for recovery after THA by using modified precautions that will be more clearly outlined with ongoing clinical data analysis.
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Master H, Pennings JS, Coronado RA, Bley J, Robinette PE, Haug CM, Skolasky RL, Riley LH, Neuman BJ, Cheng JS, Aaronson OS, Devin CJ, Wegener ST, Archer KR. How Many Steps Per Day During the Early Postoperative Period are Associated With Patient-Reported Outcomes of Disability, Pain, and Opioid Use After Lumbar Spine Surgery? Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2021; 102:1873-1879. [PMID: 34175276 DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2021.06.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2021] [Revised: 05/28/2021] [Accepted: 06/08/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate whether early postoperative walking is associated with "best outcome" and no opioid use at 1 year after lumbar spine surgery and establish a threshold for steps/day to inform clinical practice. DESIGN Secondary analysis from randomized controlled trial. SETTING Two academic medical centers in the United States. PARTICIPANTS We enrolled 248 participants undergoing surgery for a degenerative lumbar spine condition (N=248). A total of 212 participants (mean age, 62.8±11.4y, 53.3% female) had valid walking data at baseline. INTERVENTIONS Not applicable. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Disability (Oswestry Disability Index), back and leg pain (Brief Pain Inventory), and opioid use (yes vs no) were assessed at baseline and 1 year after surgery. "Best outcome" was defined as Oswestry Disability Index ≤20, back pain ≤2, and leg pain ≤2. Steps/day (walking) was assessed with an accelerometer worn for at least 3 days and 10 h/d at 6 weeks after spine surgery, which was considered as study baseline. Separate multivariable logistic regression analyses were conducted to determine the association between steps/day at 6 weeks and "best outcome" and no opioid use at 1-year. Receiver operating characteristic curves identified a steps/day threshold for achieving outcomes. RESULTS Each additional 1000 steps/d at 6 weeks after spine surgery was associated with 41% higher odds of achieving "best outcome" (95% confidence interval [CI], 1.15-1.74) and 38% higher odds of no opioid use (95% CI, 1.09-1.76) at 1 year. Walking ≥3500 steps/d was associated with 3.75 times the odds (95% CI, 1.56-9.02) of achieving "best outcome" and 2.37 times the odds (95% CI, 1.07-5.24) of not using opioids. CONCLUSIONS Walking early after surgery may optimize patient-reported outcomes after lumbar spine surgery. A 3500 steps/d threshold may serve as an initial recommendation during early postoperative counseling.
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- Hiral Master
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Center for Musculoskeletal Research, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN; Vanderbilt Institute for Clinical and Translational Research, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Center for Musculoskeletal Research, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Center for Musculoskeletal Research, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN; Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Osher Center for Integrative Medicine, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Center for Musculoskeletal Research, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Center for Musculoskeletal Research, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Center for Musculoskeletal Research, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Johns Hopkins Medicine, Baltimore, MD
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Johns Hopkins Medicine, Baltimore, MD
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Johns Hopkins Medicine, Baltimore, MD
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH
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- Howell Allen Clinic, Saint Thomas Medical Partners, Nashville, TN
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Center for Musculoskeletal Research, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN; Steamboat Orthopedic and Spine Institute, Steamboat Springs, CO
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Johns Hopkins Medicine, Baltimore, MD
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Center for Musculoskeletal Research, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN; Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Osher Center for Integrative Medicine, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN.
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Su R, Feng W, Liu X, Song Y, Xu Z, Liu JG. Early Rehabilitation and Periprosthetic Bone Environment after Primary Total Hip Arthroplasty: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Orthop Surg 2021; 13:1521-1531. [PMID: 34075713 PMCID: PMC8313161 DOI: 10.1111/os.12984] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2020] [Revised: 01/19/2021] [Accepted: 02/12/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Objective To investigate whether the periprosthetic bone environment could be affected by activity during the early rehabilitation period after primary total hip arthroplasty (THA) and to evaluate the safety and efficacy of activity during the early rehabilitation period. Methods This random clinical trial was conducted from January 2017 to July 2017. A total of 22 selected patients with advanced osteonecrosis of the femoral head (ONFH) who underwent primary unilateral THA were randomized (1:1) to a high activity level group (HA group) or a low activity level group (LA group). The HA group included nine men and two women, aged 53.18 ± 13.29 years. The LA group included five men and six women, aged 55.73 ± 11.73 years. The intervention was different postoperative daily walking distances guided by researchers: 1727.27 ± 564.08 m 0–2 months and 4272.73 ± 904.53 m 3–6 months postoperation for the HA group and 909.09 ± 583.87 m 0–2 months and 2409.09 ± 1068.13 m 3–6 months postoperation for LA group. The primary outcomes were radiographic evaluation (prosthetic stability and stress shielding based on the Engh scale) and bone mineral density (BMD) with a femoral prosthesis (individual and intergroup comparison using seven Gruen zones) at 6 months postoperatively. Secondary outcomes were set to confirm the safety and efficacy of activity during early rehabilitation, including day 1 erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), day 1 hypersensitive C‐reactive protein (CRP), length of hospital stay (LOS), and the Harris hip score (HHS) at discharge, 2 months postoperatively, and 6 months postoperatively. Results Patients were followed up for 6 months after surgery. Regarding primary outcomes, all prostheses were assessed as stable, with bone in‐growth. There were no adverse events in any cases. The HA group had a higher incidence of stress shielding than the LA group, but there was no statistical significance (63.64% vs 18.18%; P > 0.05). The degree of stress shielding had a different distribution for the two groups (P < 0.05). In the HA group and the LA group, the median percentage difference of the BMD on the operated side was −25% and was −13% in Zone 1, −8% and − 1% in Zone 2, +1% and 3% in Zone 3, +6% and + 6% in Zone 4, −2% and +2% in Zone 5, −3% and −1% in Zone 6, and −24% and −12% in Zone 7 compared with the unoperated side. The BMD was significantly reduced in the medial proximal femur (Zone 1) and the lateral proximal femur (Zone 7) in both groups (P < 0.05). Furthermore, it was increased in the distal femur (Zone 4) in the HA group (P < 0.05). No difference was found in the BMD when comparing between groups. Regarding secondary outcomes, there was no statistical difference in day 1 ESR and day 1 CPR. The average LOS was similar in the HA and LA groups (7.00 days vs 7.18 days, P > 0.05). The HHS on day of discharge was higher in the HA group than in the LA group (60.73 ± 5.37 points vs 51.18 ± 8.05 points, P < 0.05); however, no statistically significant difference was found in postoperative the HHS at 2 months (81.73 ± 6.92 points vs 78.36 ± 9.18 points, P > 0.05) and 6 months (90.45 ± 5.24 points vs 91.55 ± 4.03 points, P > 0.05). Conclusion High activity levels during early rehabilitation after primary THA accelerate the process of bone remodeling and aggravate stress shielding, with no significant benefits for functional recovery.
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- RiLiGe Su
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Jilin, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Jilin, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Jilin, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Jilin, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Jilin, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Jilin, China
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McCullagh R, Darren D, Horgan NF, Timmons S. Factors Associated With Walking in Older Medical Inpatients. Arch Rehabil Res Clin Transl 2021; 2:100038. [PMID: 33543067 PMCID: PMC7853347 DOI: 10.1016/j.arrct.2020.100038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Objective To identify patient characteristics on admission and daily events during hospitalization that could influence older medical inpatients walking activity during hospitalization. Design A cohort study. Setting Acute hospitalized care. Participants Premorbidly mobile, nonsurgical, nonelective inpatients (50% women) aged ≥65 years (N=154), with an anticipated ≥3-day inpatient stay were recruited consecutively within 48 hours of hospital admission. Of the 227 patients screened, 69 did not meet study criteria and 4 refused. Interventions Not applicable. Main Outcome Measures Age, comorbidities (Cumulative Illness Rating Scale), cognitive status (6-item Cognitive Impairment Test), falls history and efficacy (Falls Efficacy Scale-International), physical performance (short physical performance battery), and medications were recorded within 2 days of admission. Walking activity (step count) was recorded for 7 days or until discharge. Daily events (procedures, falls, fear of falling, ordered bedrest, devices or treatments that hindered walking [eg, intravenous fluids, wall-mounted oxygen therapy], patient- and nurse-reported medial status, fatigue, sleep quality, physiotherapy, or occupational therapy intervention) were measured on concurrent weekdays. Their associations with daily (log) step count were estimated using linear mixed-effects models, adjusted for patient-characteristics measured at admission. Results Approximately half of the variability in step count was described at the within-patient level. Multivariable models suggested positive associations with Wednesdays (+25% in step count; 95% confidence interval, 4-53), admission physical performance (+15%, 8-22), improving medical status (+33%, 7-64), negative associations with devices or treatments that hinder walking (−29%, −9 to −44), and instructed bedrest (−69%, −55 to −79). Conclusion Day-to-day step count fluctuated, suggesting considerable scope for intervention. Devices or treatments that hinder walking should be reviewed daily and walking activity should become a clinical priority. Admission physical performance may identify vulnerable patients.
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- Ruth McCullagh
- Centre for Gerontology and Rehabilitation, St Finbarr's Hospital, College of Medicine and Health, University College Cork, Cork
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- School of Public Health, College of Medicine and Health, University College Cork, Cork.,Clinical Research Facility Cork, University College Cork, Cork
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- School of Physiotherapy, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin, Ireland
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- Centre for Gerontology and Rehabilitation, St Finbarr's Hospital, College of Medicine and Health, University College Cork, Cork
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Kelly R, Jones S, Price B, Katz D, McCormick C, Pearce O. Measuring Daily Compliance With Physical Activity Tracking in Ambulatory Surgery Patients: Comparative Analysis of Five Compliance Criteria. JMIR Mhealth Uhealth 2021; 9:e22846. [PMID: 33496677 PMCID: PMC7872832 DOI: 10.2196/22846] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2020] [Revised: 10/12/2020] [Accepted: 11/06/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Physical activity trackers such as the Fitbit can allow clinicians to monitor the recovery of their patients following surgery. An important issue when analyzing activity tracker data is to determine patients' daily compliance with wearing their assigned device, using an appropriate criterion to determine a valid day of wear. However, it is currently unclear as to how different criteria can affect the reported compliance of patients recovering from ambulatory surgery. Investigating this issue can help to inform the use of activity data by revealing factors that may impact compliance calculations. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to understand how using different criteria can affect the reported compliance with activity tracking in ambulatory surgery patients. It also aimed to investigate factors that explain variation between the outcomes of different compliance criteria. METHODS A total of 62 patients who were scheduled to undergo total knee arthroplasty (TKA, ie, knee replacement) volunteered to wear a commercial Fitbit Zip activity tracker over an 8-week perioperative period. Patients were asked to wear the Fitbit Zip daily, beginning 2 weeks prior to their surgery and ending 6 weeks after surgery. Of the 62 patients who enrolled in the study, 20 provided Fitbit data and underwent successful surgery. The Fitbit data were analyzed using 5 different daily compliance criteria, which consider patients as compliant with daily tracking if they either register >0 steps in a day, register >500 steps in a day, register at least one step in 10 different hours of the day, register >0 steps in 3 distinct time windows, or register >0 steps in 3 out of 4 six-hour time windows. The criteria were compared in terms of compliance outcomes produced for each patient. Data were explored using heatmaps and line graphs. Linear mixed models were used to identify factors that lead to variation between compliance outcomes across the sample. RESULTS The 5 compliance criteria produce different outcomes when applied to the patients' data, with an average 24% difference in reported compliance between the most lenient and strictest criteria. However, the extent to which each patient's reported compliance was impacted by different criteria was not uniform. Some individuals were relatively unaffected, whereas others varied by up to 72%. Wearing the activity tracker as a clip-on device, rather than on the wrist, was associated with greater differences between compliance outcomes at the individual level (P=.004, r=.616). This effect was statistically significant (P<.001) in the first 2 weeks after surgery. There was also a small but significant main effect of age on compliance in the first 2 weeks after surgery (P=.040). Gender and BMI were not associated with differences in individual compliance outcomes. Finally, the analysis revealed that surgery has an impact on patients' compliance, with noticeable reductions in activity following surgery. These reductions affect compliance calculations by discarding greater amounts of data under strict criteria. CONCLUSIONS This study suggests that different compliance criteria cannot be used interchangeably to analyze activity data provided by TKA patients. Surgery leads to a temporary reduction in patients' mobility, which affects their reported compliance when strict thresholds are used. Reductions in mobility suggest that the use of lenient compliance criteria, such as >0 steps or windowed approaches, can avoid unnecessary data exclusion over the perioperative period. Encouraging patients to wear the device at their wrist may improve data quality by increasing the likelihood of patients wearing their tracker and ensuring that activity is registered in the 2 weeks after surgery. TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.gov NCT03518866; https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT03518866.
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- Ryan Kelly
- School of Computing and Information Systems, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- Department of Computer Science, University of Bath, Bath, United Kingdom
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- School of Computing and Communications, The Open University, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
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- School of Computing and Communications, The Open University, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
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- School of Computing and Communications, The Open University, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
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- Trauma and Orthopaedics Department, Milton Keynes University Hospital, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
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Katzan I, Schuster A, Kinzy T. Physical Activity Monitoring Using a Fitbit Device in Ischemic Stroke Patients: Prospective Cohort Feasibility Study. JMIR Mhealth Uhealth 2021; 9:e14494. [PMID: 33464213 PMCID: PMC7854036 DOI: 10.2196/14494] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2019] [Revised: 05/01/2020] [Accepted: 05/13/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Background Continuous tracking of ambulatory activity in real-world settings using step activity monitors has many potential uses. However, feasibility, accuracy, and correlation with performance measures in stroke patients have not been well-established. Objective The primary study objective was to determine adherence with wearing a consumer-grade step activity monitor, the Fitbit Charge HR, in home-going ischemic stroke patients during the first 90 days after hospital discharge. Secondary objectives were to (1) determine accuracy of step counts of the Fitbit Charge HR compared with a manual tally; (2) calculate correlations between the Fitbit step counts and the mobility performance scores at discharge and 30 days after stroke; (3) determine variability and change in weekly step counts over 90 days; and (4) evaluate patient experience with using the Fitbit Charge HR poststroke. Methods A total of 15 participants with recent mild ischemic stroke wore a Fitbit Charge HR for 90 days after discharge and completed 3 mobility performance tests from the National Institutes of Health Toolbox at discharge and Day 30: (1) Standing Balance Test, (2) 2-Minute Walk Endurance Test, and (3) 4-Meter Walk Gait Speed Test. Accuracy of step activity monitors was assessed by calculating differences in steps recorded on the step activity monitor and a manual tally during 2-minute walk tests. Results Participants had a mean age of 54 years and a median modified Rankin scale score of 1. Mean daily adherence with step activity monitor use was 83.6%. Mean daily step count in the first week after discharge was 4376. Daily step counts increased slightly during the first 30 days after discharge (average increase of 52.5 steps/day; 95% CI 32.2-71.8) and remained stable during the 30-90 day period after discharge. Mean step count difference between step activity monitor and manual tally was –4.8 steps (–1.8%). Intraclass correlation coefficients for step counts and 2-minute walk, standing balance, and 4-meter gait speed at discharge were 0.41 (95% CI –0.14 to 0.75), –0.12 (95% CI –0.67 to 0.64), and 0.17 (95% CI –0.46 to 0.66), respectively. Values were similarly poor at 30 days. Conclusions The use of consumer-grade Fitbit Charge HR in patients with recent mild stroke is feasible with reasonable adherence and accuracy. There was poor correlation between step counts and gait speed, balance, and endurance. Further research is needed to evaluate the association between step counts and other outcomes relevant to patients, including patient-reported outcomes and measures of physical function.
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- Irene Katzan
- Neurological Institute Center for Outcomes Research and Evaluation, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, United States.,Cerebrovascular Center, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, United States
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- Neurological Institute Center for Outcomes Research and Evaluation, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, United States
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- Neurological Institute Center for Outcomes Research and Evaluation, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, United States
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Bahadori S, Collard S, Williams JM, Swain I. Why Do People Undergo THR and What Do They Expect to Gain-A Comparison of the Views of Patients and Health Care Professionals. J Patient Exp 2020; 7:1778-1787. [PMID: 33457643 PMCID: PMC7786753 DOI: 10.1177/2374373520956735] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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Little concerted effort has been made to understand why individuals undergo total hip replacement (THR) surgery and their rehabilitation goals. Similarly, insight of views and perspective of health care professionals’ (HCPs) regarding surgery and what objective measures help them with decision-making is lacking. This patient and public involvement report aimed to explore both patients’ and HCPs’ perspectives of THR surgery. Twenty patients, 10 pre-THR, 10 post-THR, 9 physiotherapists, and 6 surgeons took part. Results suggest a consensus among patients and HCPs on pain reduction being the main reason for undergoing THR. The inability to carry out simple daily activities such as dog walking and sleep deprivation had a significant effect on patients’ mental and physical well-being. This article is the first to explore the views of THR patients and HCPs on reasons behind THR surgery amalgamated into a single report. As walking is important, wearable activity monitors are suggested as a possible motivator to enhance patient compliance to self-care rehabilitation and increase quality of life. A future research project on the use of such wearable activity monitors in enhancing mobility post-THR is therefore planned.
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- Shayan Bahadori
- Orthopaedic Research Institute, Bournemouth University, Bournemouth, Dorset, United Kingdom
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- Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, Bournemouth University, Bournemouth, Dorset, United Kingdom
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- Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, Bournemouth University, Bournemouth, Dorset, United Kingdom
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- Orthopaedic Research Institute, Bournemouth University, Bournemouth, Dorset, United Kingdom
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Bahadori S, Collard S, Williams JM, Swain I. A review of current use of commercial wearable technology and smartphone apps with application in monitoring individuals following total hip replacement surgery. J Med Eng Technol 2020; 44:324-333. [DOI: 10.1080/03091902.2020.1797197] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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- Shayan Bahadori
- Orthopaedic Research Institute, Bournemouth University, Bournemouth, United Kingdom
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- Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, Bournemouth University, Bournemouth, United Kingdom
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- Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, Bournemouth University, Bournemouth, United Kingdom
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- Orthopaedic Research Institute, Bournemouth University, Bournemouth, United Kingdom
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Physical Activity Interventions After Hip or Knee Joint Replacement: a Systematic Review. CURRENT PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION REPORTS 2020. [DOI: 10.1007/s40141-020-00275-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Vajapey SP, Morris J, Li D, Greco NG, Li M, Spitzer AI. Outcome Reporting Patterns in Total Hip Arthroplasty. JBJS Rev 2020; 8:e0197. [DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.rvw.19.00197] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Predicting physical activity recovery after hip and knee arthroplasty? A longitudinal cohort study. Braz J Phys Ther 2019; 25:30-39. [PMID: 31874729 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjpt.2019.12.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2019] [Revised: 10/08/2019] [Accepted: 12/10/2019] [Indexed: 01/07/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Recovery of physical activity (PA) after telerehabilitation following knee and hip arthroplasty (TKA-THA) has rarely been studied. An improved understanding of PA recovery is needed, as it could be influenced by many factors such as age, gender or pre-operative physical function. OBJECTIVES To assess PA recovery weekly for 3 months after TKA-THA and to determine perioperative factors that could help predict PA recovery at 3 months. METHODS From one week before until 3 months after surgery, 132 patients wore a fitness tracker continuously. Each patient received personalized and daily exercises and feedback through a tablet. Before and after surgery, patient-reported outcome measures of symptoms, pain, activities of daily living and quality of life were recorded. A one-way repeated-measure ANOVA was used to assess the time effect on step count for each post-operative week. To predict the absolute step count at 3 months post-surgery, a backward multiple linear regression was used. RESULTS Patients reached their pre-operative PA level at week 7, with no significant additional improvement by 3 months post-surgery. Pre-operative step count, the number of days using crutches and pre-operative symptoms explained 35% of the variability of step count at 3 months. CONCLUSION This patient population receiving telerehabilitation reached their pre-operative PA level at 7-week post-surgery with no further improvement over the subsequent 5 weeks. The PA level at 3 months could be predicted by pre-operative step count, duration of crutches use, and pre-operative symptoms.
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Sharpe EE, Booth JL, Houle TT, Pan PH, Harris LC, Aschenbrenner CA, Eisenach JC. Recovery of physical activity after cesarean delivery and its relationship with pain. Pain 2019; 160:2350-2357. [PMID: 31145215 PMCID: PMC6768712 DOI: 10.1097/j.pain.0000000000001628] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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Pain and physical activity are tightly intertwined. Although their relationship has been explored in chronic pain conditions, we know little about the pattern of recovery in activity and its short- and long-term relationship with pain after surgery. We recruited 103 women undergoing elective cesarean delivery and acquired daily pain assessments and hourly steps in 98 of them for 2 months after surgery. Compliance was good, with 78% of subjects missing less than 7 days of activity. Study personnel required daily checking for compliance and 20 minutes per subject per week in study. Activity increased over the first 2 postoperative months in a log(time) manner. The slope of each modeled individual curve for activity was inversely correlated (r = -0.54; P < 0.0001) with worst daily pain. After removing these 2-month trends, pain and activity within an individual day were negatively associated with each point increase in pain being inversely associated with -119 steps (95% confidence interval [CI] = -214 to -25; P = 0.013). A patient's previous experience of pain was not associated with current activity as well as current activity was not associated with future pain scores. These data, although limited by the study of a single operation in a unique social circumstance with low risk of chronic postsurgical pain, demonstrate feasibility of measuring hourly activity for 2 months after surgery. Recovery from pain and inactivity are tightly correlated, and the negative relationship between within-day pain and activity without interday carryover relationships is in stark contrast to findings in chronic pain conditions.
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- Emily E. Sharpe
- Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, University of Colorado Health in Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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De Ridder R, De Blaiser C. Activity trackers are not valid for step count registration when walking with crutches. Gait Posture 2019; 70:30-32. [PMID: 30798092 DOI: 10.1016/j.gaitpost.2019.02.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2018] [Revised: 01/10/2019] [Accepted: 02/13/2019] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND The use of activity trackers has been proposed in rehabilitation where resuming physical activity is deemed crucial, e.g. after total knee arthroplasty (TKA). As patients initially often walk with crutches, it is of importance that clinicians can rely on the information provided by activity trackers. RESEARCH QUESTION To determine concurrent validity of 2 activity trackers for step count, positioned on different locations on the body during gait with crutches. METHODS Thirty healthy participants performed normal gait and gait with one crutch and two crutches over a distance of 400 m while wearing a Garmin Vivofit 3 and Nokia Go on both wrists and both sides at the waist (only Nokia Go). The gold standard was manual step count. Inter-device reliability (within brand) was assessed by calculating Intraclass Correlation Coëfficients (ICC) and concurrent validity was determined by performing paired sample t-tests, ICC and Bland-Altman Plots with % bias and 95% CI Limits of Agreement (LoA). RESULTS During normal gait, both the Nokia and Garmin showed good to excellent inter-device reliability (ICC > 0.75). Both devices showed concurrent validity compared to manual step count, with slightly better results for the Garmin compared to the Nokia at the wrist (% bias = respectively 0.0% and -1.4% with 95% CI LoA: respectively -1.7%;1.7% and -8.6%;5.8%; ICC: respectively 0.995 and 0.859). During gait with crutches, however, overall 95% CI of LoA were beyond clinically acceptable differences and ICC values with the gold standard were poor. Therefore, notwithstanding a sometimes reported small average % bias, validity of the activity trackers for step count during gait with crutches was not established, independent of tracker position. SIGNIFICANCE Activity trackers showed no concurrent validity when monitoring step count during gait with crutches. This should be taken into account when implementing this technology in e.g. post-operative goal setting in patients with TKA.
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- Roel De Ridder
- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium.
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- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
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