ARTHROPLASTY, REPLACEMENT, KNEE

This study aimed to find out if formal physical rehabilitation helps people recover better after hip or knee replacement surgery, or if no structured rehab is just as good. It involved 169 patients in Denmark who were randomly assigned to receive either a rehab program (including…

This study evaluated how well a specific type of knee replacement system works for people with severe knee arthritis. Researchers followed 241 patients who received this mobile-bearing knee implant to see how it performed during surgery and over time. The study measured knee func…

This study tested if a new oral pill (Dimolegin®) works as well as standard injections (Clexane®) to prevent dangerous blood clots in patients having hip or knee replacement surgery. It involved 215 patients and directly compared the safety and effectiveness of the two methods. T…

This study observed 60 patients after knee replacement surgery to compare two different nerve block combinations used for pain relief. Doctors watched which method—one targeting the back of the knee versus one targeting the side—provided better pain control and reduced opioid use…

This study tested whether a traditional Chinese medicine technique called ear acupuncture could help people recover better after knee replacement surgery. Researchers worked with 116 patients to see if the therapy could reduce post-surgery pain, swelling, anxiety, and improve kne…

This study compared two methods for managing pain after knee replacement surgery. Researchers tested whether an intravenous lidocaine drip works as well as a targeted nerve block for reducing pain and opioid use after surgery. The trial involved 120 patients who were randomly ass…

This study tested if showing patients photos of their damaged knee cartilage and their new joint's range of motion right after knee replacement surgery could help them recover faster. Researchers compared 80 patients who chose to see the photos to those who did not. They measured…

This study aimed to find the best dose of a drug called tranexamic acid (TXA) for patients getting hip or knee replacements. TXA helps control bleeding during surgery, which can reduce the need for blood transfusions. Researchers tested how the drug was processed in the bodies of…