[Accelerated course in hip arthroplasty].

Abstract

INTRODUCTION:

The aim of the study was to assess the results of a well-defined rehabilitation programme after hip arthroplasty.

METHODS:

The effects of a revised, optimised, perioperative care programme with continuous epidural analgesia, oral nutrition, and physiotherapy were assessed in 60 patients before intervention and 60 patients after intervention.

RESULTS:

The hospital stay was reduced from nine to six days (p < 0.01), there were fewer complications and less need for rehabilitation after discharge (p < 0.05) in the intervention group.

CONCLUSION:

A clinical programme focusing on pain relief, oral nutrition, and rehabilitation may reduce the stay in hospital and improve recovery after hip arthroplasty.

• Authors: S Rasmussen, M U Kramhøft, K P Sperling, J H Pedersen, I B Falck, E M Pedersen, H Kehlet
• Journal: Ugeskrift for laeger (Ugeskr Laeger) Vol. 163 Issue 49 Pg. 6912-6 (Dec 03 2001) ISSN: 0041-5782 [Print] Denmark
• Vernacular Title: Accelereret operationsforløb ved hoftealloplastik.
• PMID: 11766505 (Publication Type: English Abstract, Journal Article, Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't)

Topics

• Aged
• Aged, 80 and over
• Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip (adverse effects, nursing, rehabilitation)
• Denmark
• Female
• Humans
• Length of Stay
• Male
• Patient Discharge
• Physical Therapy Modalities
• Postoperative Care (methods)
• Preoperative Care (methods)
• Prospective Studies
• Recovery of Function
• Rehabilitation Nursing (methods)