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Filter by:The regime in the aftercare after total hip and knee arthroplasty(THA/TKA) differs a lot between orthopedic surgeons concerning weight bearing. The type of implant and the way of implants' anchoring are considered. In the literature there is no data so far about the way patient take care of the recommended weight bearing during the first 6 weeks after THA and TKA. Over a one year period starting August 2010 all patients undergoing TKA or THA at the investigators institution will have a technical device in their shoes (sole) to measure the load in each step they do in these shoes during the first 6 weeks. Patients are asked to fill out a standardised pain protocol every day (VAS) and document need of pain medication. The investigators recommend 20kg of weight on the operated leg for 6 weeks and full weight bearing at the end of week six. The investigators believe that patients will adjust weight bearing to their level of pain and not to their surgeons recommendations.
The purpose of this trial was to explore the effects of chiropractic manipulation in patients with talo-crural joint dysfunction.
The purpose of the study is to determine whether crosslinked Marathon and standard Enduron polyethylene liners show differences in bone loss around the hip implant.
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) arthritis is known to alter the mandibular development in children diagnosed with juvenile idiopathic arthritis. In a number of cases a genuine breakdown of cartilage and bone is seen in the affected joint which leads to asymmetric mandibular growth in the affected side. In cases of unilateral TMJ involvements severe mandibular asymmetric mandibular growth deviations are seen. We hypothesize that these growth deviations can be minimized and controlled by the use functional orthodontic appliance therapy.
Trial will enroll qualified subjects at a 2:1 ration to receive radiofrequency ablation or sham. At six weeks follow up they will be unblinded; sham subjects will then be given option to receive treatment. Subjects will be followed after procedure for data collection for economic outcomes and efficacy of treatment.
The primary objectives of this clinical study include: - Assess the rate of dislocation and fracture of THA using the new (the 4th generation) ceramic implants. - Evaluate the survival rate of THA using the new alumina-zirconia (the 4th generation) composite ceramic bearing. - Investigate the performance of the 4th generation ceramic implants mostly in patients younger than 50 years. - Compare the preoperative and postoperative scores of Harris Hip Score, UCLA Activity Score and WOMAC.
The objective of this clinical study is to evaluate the operative performance of the PEAK PlasmaBlade 4.0 during total knee replacement; to monitor and record post-operative pain, activity level, narcotic consumption, adverse events, and skin scarring following surgery; and compare these outcomes to the current standard of care (SOC).
The purpose of this study includes the investigation of Metal-ion release and Renal Function analysis in M2a Total Hip Arthroplasty.
This investigation describes a novel complex of structural degradation proteins that is associated with pain in individuals with meniscal pathology undergoing arthroscopic partial meniscectomy. The presence of the complex in the synovial fluid of the knee is sensitive and specific for the painful state compared with similar aged controls. The absence of the complex in asymptomatic controls makes it a useful biomarker for the disease state.
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the use and efficacy of the Reverse® Shoulder Prosthesis for treatment of rotator cuff deficiency in subjects who are candidates for a total shoulder replacement (primary and revision subjects).