Reduced Knee Flexion
Conditions
Keywords
total knee arthroplasty, Dynamic Splinting, Knee extension, knee, Reduced knee flexion after total knee arthroscopy
Brief summary
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of a dynamic splinting system for knee flexion contracture following a total knee arthroplasty.
Detailed description
The purpose of the study is to evaluate the efficacy of dynamic splinting for knee flexion contracture following a total knee arthroplasty.
Interventions
DEVICEKnee Extension Dynasplint
Dynamic Splinting utilizes the protocols of Low-Load, Prolonged-Duration Stretch (LLPS) with calibrated, adjustable tension to increase the Total End Range Time (TERT) to reduce contracture. The Knee Extension Dynasplint for the Experimental group will have tension chambers delivering therapeutic treatment from the device.
Sponsors
Dynasplint Systems, Inc.
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
SINGLE_GROUP
Primary purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to 90 Years
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
* Reduced flexibility in AROM of knee extension * Pain that is worsened by bending over while legs are straight * Impaired gait pattern * Ability to understand informed consent and experiment responsibilities
Exclusion criteria
* Fractures * Knee sepsis * Osteomyelitis or any orthopedic infection * Extensor mechanism dysfunction * Psoriasis * Knee joint neuropathy * Previous Stroke or Brain Injury
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Change in Maximal Acitive Range of Mothion in knee extension | 9 weeks |
Countries
United States
Outcome results
None listed