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Pritwani S, Shrivastava P, Pandey S, Kumar A, Malhotra R, Maddison R, Devasenapathy N. Mobile and Computer-Based Applications for Rehabilitation Monitoring and Self-Management After Knee Arthroplasty: Scoping Review. JMIR Mhealth Uhealth 2024; 12:e47843. [PMID: 38277195 PMCID: PMC10858429 DOI: 10.2196/47843] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2023] [Revised: 10/10/2023] [Accepted: 12/01/2023] [Indexed: 01/27/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Successful post-knee replacement rehabilitation requires adequate access to health information, social support, and periodic monitoring by a health professional. Mobile health (mHealth) and computer-based technologies are used for rehabilitation and remote monitoring. The extent of technology use and its function in post-knee replacement rehabilitation care in low and middle-income settings are unknown. OBJECTIVE To inform future mHealth intervention development, we conducted a scoping review to map the features and functionality of existing technologies and determine users' perspectives on telerehabilitation and technology for self-management. METHODS We followed the Joanna Briggs Institute methodology for scoping reviews. We searched the Embase, Medline, PsycINFO via OVID, and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials databases for manuscripts published from 2001 onward. We included original research articles reporting the use of mobile or computer-based technologies by patients, health care providers, researchers, or family members. Studies were divided into the following 3 categories based on the purpose: validation studies, clinical evaluation, and end user feedback. We extracted general information on study design, technology features, proposed function, and perspectives of health care providers and patients. The protocol for this review is accessible in the Open Science Framework. RESULTS Of the 5960 articles, 158 that reported from high-income settings contributed to the qualitative summary (64 studies on mHealth or telerehabilitation programs, 28 validation studies, 38 studies describing users' perceptions). The highest numbers of studies were from Europe or the United Kingdom and North America regarding the use of a mobile app with or without wearables and reported mainly in the last decade. No studies were from low and middle-income settings. The primary functions of technology for remote rehabilitation were education to aid recovery and enable regular, appropriate exercises; monitoring progress of pain (n=19), activity (n=20), and exercise adherence (n=30); 1 or 2-way communication with health care professionals to facilitate the continuum of care (n=51); and goal setting (n=23). Assessment of range of motion (n=16) and gait analysis (n=10) were the commonly validated technologies developed to incorporate into a future rehabilitation program. Few studies (n=14) reported end user involvement during the development stage. We summarized the reasons for satisfaction and dissatisfaction among users across various technologies. CONCLUSIONS Several existing mobile and computer-based technologies facilitate post-knee replacement rehabilitation care for patients and health care providers. However, they are limited to high-income settings and may not be extrapolated to low-income settings. A systematic needs assessment of patients undergoing knee replacement and health care providers involved in rehabilitation, involving end users at all stages of development and evaluation, with clear reporting of the development and clinical evaluation can make post-knee replacement rehabilitation care in resource-poor settings accessible and cost-effective.
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- Sabhya Pritwani
- Department of Research & Development, The George Institute for Global Health India, Delhi, India
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- Department of Research & Development, The George Institute for Global Health India, Delhi, India
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- Department of Research & Development, The George Institute for Global Health India, Delhi, India
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- Department of Orthopaedics, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Delhi, India
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- Department of Orthopaedics, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Delhi, India
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- Department of School of Exercise & Nutrition, Institute for Physical Activity and Nutrition, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia
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- Department of Research & Development, The George Institute for Global Health India, Delhi, India
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Cammisa E, La Verde M, Coliva F, Favero A, Sassoli I, Fratini S, Alesi D, Lullini G, Zaffagnini S, Marcheggiani Muccioli GM. Low Response Rate to Follow-Up Using Telemedicine after Total Knee Replacement during the COVID-19 Pandemic in Italy. J Clin Med 2024; 13:360. [PMID: 38256494 PMCID: PMC10816610 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13020360] [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: 08/27/2023] [Revised: 01/04/2024] [Accepted: 01/07/2024] [Indexed: 01/24/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND This study aimed to evaluate the survival rate and medium-term outcomes of patients after cemented posterior-stabilized (PS) mobile-bearing (MB) total knee arthroplasty (TKA) using a telemedicine platform during the COVID-19 pandemic in Italy. METHODS A total of 100 consecutive patients (mean age 73.5 ± 13.2 years) who received a cemented PS MB TKA were enrolled. The mean age of patients who did not complete the telemedicine follow-up (58%) was 75.8 ± 9.7 years. A dedicated software that makes it possible to perform video calls, online questionnaires, and acquire X-rays remotely was used. Subjective clinical scores and objective range-of-motion (ROM) measurements were observed at an average follow-up of 54 ± 11.3 months. RESULTS A total of 42 of 100 enrolled patients (mean age 70.3 ± 8.4 years) completed the telemedicine follow-up. The mean age of patients who did not complete the telemedicine follow-up (58%) was 75.8 ± 9.7 years. Age was found to be a statistically significant difference between the group that completed the telemedicine follow-up and the one that did not (p < 0.004). KOOS scores improved from 56.1 ± 11.3 to 77.4 ± 16.2, VAS scores decreased from 7.2 ± 2.1 to 2.8 ± 1.6, KSSf scores increased from 47.2 ± 13.3 to 77.1 ± 21.1, FJS scores improved from 43.4 ± 12.3 to 76.9 ± 22.9, and OKS scores increased from 31.9 ± 8.8 to 40.4 ± 9.9. All the differences were statistically significant (p < 0.05). The mean flexion improved from 88° ± 8° to 120° ± 12°. A radiographic evaluation showed a mean pre-operative mechanical axis deviation of 5.3 ± 8.0 degrees in varus, which improved to 0.4 ± 3.4 degrees of valgus post-operation. The survivorship at 5 years was 99%. CONCLUSIONS Subject to small numbers, telemedicine presented as a useful instrument for performing remote monitoring after TKA. The most important factor in telemedicine success remains the patient's skill, which is usually age-related, as older patients have much more difficulty in approaching a technological tool.
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- Eugenio Cammisa
- Operational Unit of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Imola Hospital Santa Maria della Scaletta, 40026 Imola, Italy;
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- II Orthopaedic and Traumatology Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli—DIBINEM, University of Bologna, 40126 Bologna, Italy; (M.L.V.); (F.C.); (A.F.); (I.S.); (S.F.); (S.Z.)
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- II Orthopaedic and Traumatology Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli—DIBINEM, University of Bologna, 40126 Bologna, Italy; (M.L.V.); (F.C.); (A.F.); (I.S.); (S.F.); (S.Z.)
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- II Orthopaedic and Traumatology Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli—DIBINEM, University of Bologna, 40126 Bologna, Italy; (M.L.V.); (F.C.); (A.F.); (I.S.); (S.F.); (S.Z.)
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- II Orthopaedic and Traumatology Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli—DIBINEM, University of Bologna, 40126 Bologna, Italy; (M.L.V.); (F.C.); (A.F.); (I.S.); (S.F.); (S.Z.)
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- II Orthopaedic and Traumatology Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli—DIBINEM, University of Bologna, 40126 Bologna, Italy; (M.L.V.); (F.C.); (A.F.); (I.S.); (S.F.); (S.Z.)
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- II Orthopaedic and Traumatology Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli—DIBINEM, University of Bologna, 40126 Bologna, Italy; (M.L.V.); (F.C.); (A.F.); (I.S.); (S.F.); (S.Z.)
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- IRCCS Istituto delle Scienze Neurologiche di Bologna, UOC Medicina Riabilitativa e Neuroriabilitazione, 40139 Bologna, Italy;
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- II Orthopaedic and Traumatology Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli—DIBINEM, University of Bologna, 40126 Bologna, Italy; (M.L.V.); (F.C.); (A.F.); (I.S.); (S.F.); (S.Z.)
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- II Orthopaedic and Traumatology Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli—DIBINEM, University of Bologna, 40126 Bologna, Italy; (M.L.V.); (F.C.); (A.F.); (I.S.); (S.F.); (S.Z.)
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Lebleu J, Pauwels A, Poilvache H, Anract P, Belbachir A. Severe Postoperative Pain in Total Knee Arthroplasty Patients: Risk Factors, Insights and Implications for Pain Management via a Digital Health Approach. J Clin Med 2023; 12:7695. [PMID: 38137764 PMCID: PMC10744303 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12247695] [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: 10/26/2023] [Revised: 12/08/2023] [Accepted: 12/11/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023] Open
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Up to 25% of patients undergoing knee arthroplasty report chronic pain postoperatively. Early identification of high-risk individuals can enhance pain management strategies. This retrospective analysis investigates the incidence of severe postoperative pain and its associated risk factors among 740 patients who underwent total knee arthroplasty. Utilizing a digital application, patients provided comprehensive data encompassing pre- and postoperative pain levels, analgesic usage, and completed a chronic pain risk assessment. Participants were categorized into two distinct groups based on their pain status at three months post-op: Group D+ (14%), characterized by pain scores exceeding 40/100 and/or the utilization of level 2 or 3 analgesics, and Group D- (86%), who did not meet these criteria. An analysis of pain trajectories within these groups revealed a non-linear progression, with specific patterns emerging amongst those predisposed to chronic pain. Notably, patients with a trajectory towards chronic pain exhibited a plateau in pain intensity approximately three weeks post-surgery. Significant preoperative risk factors were identified, including elevated initial pain levels, the presence of comorbidities, pain in other body areas, heightened joint sensitivity and stiffness. This study highlights the utility of digital platforms in enhancing patient care, particularly through the continuous monitoring of pain. Such an approach facilitates the early identification of potential complications and enables timely interventions.
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- Orthopedic Surgery Department, CHIREC, 1420 Braine-l’Alleud, Belgium
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- Service de Chirurgie Orthopédique, Hopital Cochin, Université Paris Cité, 75014 Paris, France
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- Service d’Anesthésie, Réanimation et Médecine Périopératoire, Hopital Cochin, Université Paris Cité, 75014 Paris, France
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Kersten S, Prill R, Hakam HT, Hofmann H, Kayaalp ME, Reichmann J, Becker R. Postoperative Activity and Knee Function of Patients after Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Sensor-Based Monitoring Study. J Pers Med 2023; 13:1628. [PMID: 38138855 PMCID: PMC10744578 DOI: 10.3390/jpm13121628] [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: 10/20/2023] [Revised: 11/14/2023] [Accepted: 11/20/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023] Open
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Inertial measurement units (IMUs) are increasingly being used to assess knee function. The aim of the study was to record patients' activity levels and to detect new parameters for knee function in the early postoperative phase after TKA. Twenty patients (n = 20) were prospectively enrolled. Two sensors were attached to the affected leg. The data were recorded from the first day after TKA until discharge. Algorithms were developed for detecting steps, range of motion, horizontal, sitting and standing postures, as well as physical therapy. The mean number of steps increased from day 1 to discharge from 117.4 (SD ± 110.5) to 858.7 (SD ± 320.1), respectively. Patients' percentage of immobilization during daytime (6 a.m. to 8 p.m.) was 91.2% on day one and still 69.9% on the last day. Patients received daily continuous passive motion therapy (CPM) for a mean of 36.4 min (SD ± 8.2). The mean angular velocity at day 1 was 12.2 degrees per second (SD ± 4.4) and increased to 28.7 (SD ± 16.4) at discharge. This study shows that IMUs monitor patients' activity postoperatively well, and a wide range of interindividual motion patterns was observed. These sensors may allow the adjustment of physical exercise programs according to the patient's individual needs.
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- Sebastian Kersten
- Center of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University Hospital Brandenburg/Havel, Brandenburg Medical School Theodor Fontane, 14770 Brandenburg an der Havel, Germany
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sana Kliniken Sommerfeld, 16766 Sommerfeld, Germany
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- Center of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University Hospital Brandenburg/Havel, Brandenburg Medical School Theodor Fontane, 14770 Brandenburg an der Havel, Germany
- Faculty of Health Sciences Brandenburg, Brandenburg Medical School Theodor Fontane, 14770 Brandenburg an der Havel, Germany
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- Center of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University Hospital Brandenburg/Havel, Brandenburg Medical School Theodor Fontane, 14770 Brandenburg an der Havel, Germany
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- Center of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University Hospital Brandenburg/Havel, Brandenburg Medical School Theodor Fontane, 14770 Brandenburg an der Havel, Germany
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- Center of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University Hospital Brandenburg/Havel, Brandenburg Medical School Theodor Fontane, 14770 Brandenburg an der Havel, Germany
- Istanbul Kartal Research and Training Hospital, 34865 Istanbul, Turkey
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- Center of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University Hospital Brandenburg/Havel, Brandenburg Medical School Theodor Fontane, 14770 Brandenburg an der Havel, Germany
- Faculty of Health Sciences Brandenburg, Brandenburg Medical School Theodor Fontane, 14770 Brandenburg an der Havel, Germany
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Van Overschelde P, Van Lysebettens W, Lebleu J, Pauwels A, Parratte S. Quick Transition to One Day Length of Stay after Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Using a Digital Follow-Up Tool during COVID-19: A Retrospective Comparative Study. Healthcare (Basel) 2023; 11:2516. [PMID: 37761713 PMCID: PMC10531213 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare11182516] [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: 07/21/2023] [Revised: 08/29/2023] [Accepted: 09/08/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
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The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the need for efficient use of hospital infrastructure. The hypothesis was that a rapid shift to outpatient surgery after hip or knee arthroplasty could be implemented without compromising quality of care. The aim of this study was to assess the safety, pain management and patient-reported outcomes before and after the implementation of an accelerated discharge program using a digital follow-up tool. A retrospective cohort design was used to compare 97 patients who received primary total hip or knee arthroplasty during the pandemic (early discharge) to comparable 194 pre-pandemic patients (normal discharge). Both cohorts had the same inclusion criteria and were closely monitored using the digital follow-up tool. The accelerated discharge program reduced length of stay from a median of 3 days (before the pandemic) to a median of 1 day (during the pandemic) (p < 0.001). The complication rate of 2% was the same for both groups (p > 0.05). Patient-reported outcomes for matched samples of hip (n = 100) and knee (n = 82) arthroplasty patients were similar before, at 6 weeks and 3 months after surgery for both groups (p > 0.05). There were no differences in pain and medication consumption for the first 6 weeks (p > 0.05). This study demonstrates that reducing length of stay from three to one night after total knee or hip arthroplasty, with the help of a digital follow-up tool, results in a stable rate of complications, readmission, and comparable clinical outcomes, while reducing the socio-economic burden on the health system.
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- International Knee and Joint Centre, Abu Dhabi 46705, United Arab Emirates;
- Locomotion Institute, Aix-Marseille University, 13009 Marseille, France
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