The reliability and validity of the Lie‑To‑Sit‑To‑Stand‑To‑Walk transfer test in total knee arthroplasty.

Background: Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is the standard procedure for treating end-stage knee osteoarthritis. Nevertheless, some residual issues can persist, leading to various problems, including pain, compromised strength, impaired proprioception, postural instability, dynamic balance issues, and gait deficiencies. The Lie-to-Sit-to-Stand-to-Walk Transfer Test (LSSWT) implements a multi-faceted methodology to evaluate basic transfer abilities.

The Intrarater and Interrater Reliability and Validity of Universal Goniometer, Digital Inclinometer, and Smartphone Application Measuring Range of Motion in Patients with Total Knee Arthroplasty.

Objectives: The aim of this study was to investigate the intrarater and interrater reliability and validity of range of motion measurements obtained with a universal goniometer, digital inclinometer, and smartphone application in patients with total knee arthroplasty.

Methods: Range of motion of the knee joint was measured by two examiners with a universal goniometer, digital inclinometer, and a smartphone application. Data were obtained from 51 knees of 27 patients at postoperative 6 months.

Investigation of the validity and reliability of the short physical performance battery in patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty.

Background: Practical, applicable, valid, and reliable tools are needed to assess physical performance in patients with Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA) in a variety of settings, including routine clinical assessment, research studies, and community-based programs.

Objective: The aim of this study is to evaluate the validity and reliability of the Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB) among patients with TKA.

Methods: We included 45 patients who underwent TKA surgery (mean age 68.

Balance assessment under dual task conditions in patients with total knee arthroplasty: a test-retest reliability and concurrent validity study.

Background: Under dual-task (DT), functional mobility and balance testing can detect balance and mobility problems in activities of daily living, especially in situations that cannot be identified under single-task conditions.

Objective: Determine the test-retest reliability and concurrent validity of the Four Square Step Test (FSST) under DT conditions for people with total knee arthroplasty (TKA).

Method: A total of 30 patients with TKA participated in this research, and patients were tested with the FSST under DT conditions.

The effectiveness of cruciate-retaining versus posterior-stabilized designs on extensor mechanism function and knee function in patients after simultaneous bilateral total knee arthroplasty: A two-year retrospective follow-up study.

Introduction: The importance of the posterior-cruciate ligament in knee functionality is known; however, the effect of preserving the posterior-cruciate ligament in total knee arthroplasty (TKA) on extensor mechanism function and knee function is not clear. We aimed to compare extensor mechanism function and knee function between patients operated with the cruciate-retaining and posterior-stabilized designs for simultaneous bilateral TKA.

Hypothesis: Patients operated with the cruciate-retaining design would produce better outcomes than those operated with the posterior-stabilized design.

Reliability, Concurrent Validity, and Minimal Detectable Change of the Hand-Held Dynamometry for the Assessment of Knee Muscle Strength in Patients With Revision Total Knee Arthroplasty.

Objective: To determine the concurrent validity, reliability, and minimal detectable change (MDC) of the hand-held dynamometry (HHD) for knee strength measurement in patients with revision total knee arthroplasty (r-TKA).

Design: A reliability and validity analysis.

Setting: Orthopedic and physical therapy services of university hospital.

Non-drainage Offers Faster Proprioceptive and Functional Recovery, and More Clinical Benefits for Patients following Primary Total Knee Arthroplasty Compared to Drainage.

Background: Although a non-drainage procedure following total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is becoming more acceptable in enhanced recovery after surgery, postoperative drainage is still commonly used in TKA surgeries. This study aimed to compare the non-drainage to the drainage during the early postoperative stage regarding proprioceptive and functional recovery, and postoperative outcomes of TKA patients.

Material And Methods: A prospective, single-blind, randomized, controlled trial was carried out on 91 TKA patients, who were randomly allocated into the non-drainage group (NDG) or the drainage group (DG).

The Reliability and Validity of the Lie-to-Sit-to-Stand-to-Walk Transfer (LSSWT) Test in Knee Osteoarthritis.

Background: Several neuromuscular impairments may be observed in older patients with knee osteoarthritis (OA), increasing the risk of falling, which is common during transfer activities. The Lie-to-Sit-to- Stand-to-Walk Transfer (LSSWT) test was developed to evaluate complex transfer abilities. The study aims to investigate the reliability and validity of LSSWT in patients with knee OA.

Fear of movement and other associated factors in older patients with total knee arthroplasty.

Background: Kinesiophobia is an important risk factor for functional activities of patients in the early stage following total knee arthroplasty (TKA).

Aims: This study aimed to investigate the relationship between fear of movement and associated factors in older patients in the late stage after TKA.

Methods: The study included 45 older patients (mean age:70.

Validity and reliability of performance tests as balance measures in patients with total knee arthroplasty.

Purpose: This study aimed to investigate validity and reliability of the Timed Up and Go Test (TUG), 10 Meter Walk Test (10MWT), Single Leg Stance Test (SLST), 2 Minute Walk Test (2MWT), and Five Times Sit-to-Stand Test (5xSST) for evaluating balance in patients with total knee arthroplasty (TKA).

Materials And Methods: This cross-sectional study included 41 participants who had undergone TKA 6 months before the study due to osteoarthritis. Participants performed the TUG, 10MWT, SLST, 5xSST, and 2MWT.

Reliability, validity, and minimal detectable change of the Step Test in patients with total knee arthroplasty.

Background: Step Test (ST) is frequently used to assess dynamic balance and locomotor function in clinical practice.

Aims: This study aimed to determine the concurrent validity, reliability, and minimal detectable change (MDC) of the ST in patients with total knee arthroplasty (TKA).

Methods: The study included 56 patients with TKA.

Assessing the knee flexion range of motion after total knee arthroplasty: Technology versus senses.

Introduction: Following total knee arthroplasty surgery, attention should be paid to post-operative knee range of motion to achieve daily activities. Goniometer assessment is widely used to assess the range of motion in the post-operative period. This study aimed to determine the inter-rater ability of a smartphone application and visual estimation of the knee joint after total knee arthroplasty among different professions that commonly work together and compare whether any method is superior to another.

Comparison of kinesio taping and cold therapy in patients with total knee arthroplasty: A randomized controlled trial.

Objective: To investigate the effects of kinesio taping and cold therapy on pain, edema, range of motion, muscle strength, functional level and quality of life in patients with total knee arthroplasty.

Design: Randomised controlled trial.

Setting: A university hospital.

Test-retest reliability of the L-Test in patients with advanced knee osteoarthritis.

Background: The reliability of tests to be used in research or clinical practice should be established for each population specific to their intended use. Reliability is important because it allows correct evaluations to be made about treatment effects or about the amount of changes.

Objectives: To evaluate the test-retest reliability and minimal detectable change of the L-test in patients with advanced knee osteoarthritis (OA).

Relaxation exercise therapy improves pain, muscle strength, and kinesiophobia following total knee arthroplasty in the short term: a randomized controlled trial.

Purpose: This study aimed to compare progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) + standard physiotherapy (PT) to standard PT during inpatient rehabilitation of total knee arthroplasty (TKA) patients in terms of post-operative outcomes. The hypothesis was that PMR + standard PT would lead to better pain, function, and neuromuscular outcomes than standard PT.

Methods: A total of 106 patients were randomly allocated into PMR or standard rehabilitation (SR) groups.

Reliability, concurrent validity and minimal detectable change of the L test in patients with total knee arthroplasty.

Purpose: The L test is a modified version of the timed up and go test (TUG), extending the walking distance from 6 to 20 meters and also requiring participants to make four turns in both (right/left) direction. It could be a useful measurement method in assessment of functional mobility for patients with Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA). The aim of the study was to determine reliability, concurrent validity, and minimal detectable change (MDC) of L test in patients with TKA.

Biomechanical comparison of tigecycline loaded bone cement with vancomycin and daptomycin loaded bone cements.

Objective: The objectives of this study were "1" to analyze the compressive and tensile mechanical strength characteristics of tigecycline loaded bone cement and "2" to compare them with those of vancomycin and daptomycin loaded bone cements which are used in prosthetic joint infections complicated with resistant microorganisms.

Methods: In this study, three experimental groups, which consisted of vancomycin (subgroups containing 1 g, 2 g, and 3 g vancomycin), daptomycin (subgroups containing 0.5 g, 1 g, and 1.

Hand-Held Dynamometry in the Inpatient Care Setting After Total Knee Arthroplasty: Reliability of Static Knee Strength Measurements.

Objective: The aim of the study was to determine intrarater and interrater reliabilities for static strength assessment of knee flexors and knee extensors in patients with total knee arthroplasty, during the acute postoperative rehabilitation.

Design: Forty-five total knee arthroplasty patients were included in the study. Two physical therapists performed strength assessments by using hand-held dynamometry.

Effect of Local Infiltration Analgesia on Functional Outcomes in Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind Clinical Trial.

Local infiltration analgesia (LIA) is a simple, surgeon-administered technique for the treatment of postoperative pain after total knee arthroplasty (TKA). The aim of the study was to investigate the efficacy of LIA and its effects on functional outcomes in TKA. A total of 135 patients with primary TKA were recruited and randomized either to receive LIA or to receive placebo injection (PI).

Reliability and minimal detectable change of the 2-minute walk test and Timed Up and Go test in patients with total hip arthroplasty.

Purpose: Performance-based outcome measures are becoming increasingly important in health care. The 2-minute walk test (2MWT) and the Timed Up and Go test (TUG) are frequently used in clinical trials as performance-based tests in many diseases including osteoarthritis. The purposes of this study were: (1) to determine test-retest reliability of data for the 2MWT and the TUG; (2) to determine minimal detectable change (MDC) scores for the TUG and 2MWT in patients with total hip arthroplasty (THA).

Reliability of the Modified Four Square Step Test (mFSST) in patients with primary total knee arthroplasty.

: The aim of the present study was to determine the test-retest reliability of the modified four square step test (mFSST) in patients with primary total knee arthroplasty (TKA).: Twenty-eight patients with primary TKA were included in this study. Patients performed two mFSST trials on the same day.

Reliability of 3-m Backward Walk Test in Patients with Primary Total Knee Arthroplasty.

The 3-m backward walk test (3MBWT) is used to evaluate neuromuscular control, proprioception, protective reflexes, fall risk, and balance. The aim of the present study was to determine the test-retest reliability of the 3MBWT in patients with primary total knee arthroplasty (TKA). Twenty-eight patients with primary TKA, operated by the same surgeon, were included in this study.

Relationship between self-reported and performance-based tests in assessment of patients with total hip arthroplasty.

Purpose: The aim of our study was to investigate the relationship between self-reported and performance-based tests in the assessment of patients with total hip arthroplasty (THA).

Methods: Ninety four patients (35 males, 59 females) were included in the study with mean age 57.1 ± 14.

EVALUATION OF FUNCTIONAL CHARACTERISTICS IN PATIENTS WITH KNEE OSTEOARTHRITIS.

Objective: This study evaluated the physical and functional characteristics of Turkish patients with knee osteoarthritis and how this disease affects their physical and functional status.

Methods: This study included 320 patients, who were evaluated to assess body mass index (BMI) and Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) score in terms of age, sex and functional characteristics.

Results: Mean patient age was 66.