Publications by authors named "Riku A Palanne"
Article Synopsis
- Manipulation under anesthesia (MUA) is used to treat stiffness after total knee arthroplasty (TKA) when other treatments have failed, but factors affecting its outcomes are not well-studied.
- A study involving 391 TKA patients identified 39 who required MUA; these patients were younger and consumed more opioids post-surgery compared to those who didn't need MUA.
- After 1 year, while MUA led to significant improvements in range of motion, the total range was still less favorable compared to non-MUA patients; however, patient-reported outcome measures showed no significant difference between the two groups.
Background: Persistent postsurgical pain after total knee arthroplasty is a common problem and a major reason for patient dissatisfaction. This secondary analysis aimed to investigate the effects of anesthesia (spinal vs. general) and tourniquet use on persistent pain after total knee arthroplasty.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPurpose: Dexamethasone has been shown to prevent post-operative nausea and vomiting (PONV) and seems to reduce post-operative pain. Both factors, which can extend the hospital stay, delay rehabilitation, and impact patient satisfaction. Because of the immunosuppressive and glucose-rising effects of dexamethasone, there has been concern of its safety in arthroplasty surgery.
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