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- Normal knee range of motion is typically between 0° to -5° for extension and up to 140° for flexion, which is essential for proper gait and function.
- Loss of this range can arise after traumatic injuries, leading to pain, lower functional outcomes, and decreased patient satisfaction.
- A common cause of motion loss is scar tissue formation, and arthroscopic lysis of adhesions combined with manipulation under anesthesia is a proven surgical method to restore knee motion in affected patients.
Article Abstract
Normal knee range of motion varies slightly between individuals and measures approximately 0° to -5° of extension to 140° of flexion. A full arc of motion is required for normal gait and knee function. Loss of normal joint range of motion may occur after a traumatic knee injury and may contribute to increased pain, lower functional outcome scores, and decreased patient satisfaction. Although multiple factors may contribute to the development of motion loss, the occurrence of intra-articular scar tissue adhesions, or post-traumatic arthrofibrosis, may limit the patient's knee motion in the early postoperative period. Once motion loss has been identified, it can be a challenging complication to manage. Arthroscopic lysis of adhesions with manipulation under anesthesia is a reliable surgical technique that can improve range of motion in patients with knee stiffness due to post-traumatic arthrofibrosis.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5800957 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.eats.2017.03.001 | DOI Listing |
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