Rehabilitation after surgery for patellar instability

Hysing‐Dahl, Trine; Inderhaug, Eivind

doi:10.1002/jeo2.12062

J. exp. orthop.

2024

DOI: 10.1002/jeo2.12062

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Rehabilitation after surgery for patellar instability

Trine Hysing‐Dahl,

Eivind Inderhaug

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The Benefits of a Rehabilitation Program Following Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction

Burcea,

Oancea,

Tache-Codreanu

et al. 2024

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The medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) is critical for patellar stability. This study investigates the efficacy of a one-year physical therapy rehabilitation program following MPFL reconstruction using Synthetic Graft (SG) and Quadriceps Tendon Autograft (QTA). Thirty-five patients aged 18–38 underwent MPFL reconstruction (20 SG, 15 QTA). They participated in a structured rehabilitation program to improve their range of motion (ROM), muscle strength, pain management, and overall quality of life (QoL). The program included physiotherapy and MLS laser, Game Ready Therapy, EMS, TENS, TECAR, and lymphatic drainage. Before and after the program, assessments included knee flexion and extension using goniometry, muscle strength via the Medical Research Council (MRC) scale, knee circumference, pain intensity on the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), and QoL with the EQ-5D instrument. Significant improvements were observed in knee flexion (37.57° vs. 114.71°, p < 0.001), muscle strength (MRC scale 1–4 points vs. 4–5 points, p < 0.001), and pain reduction (VAS 6.66 vs. 0.46, p < 0.001). The functional coefficient of mobility and QoL scores also markedly increased. Patients with QTA improved some parameters better than those with SG. These findings support the effectiveness of a comprehensive rehabilitation program in enhancing knee functionality, reducing pain, and improving QoL post-MPFL reconstruction. Personalized rehabilitation protocols are recommended to optimize recovery outcomes.

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The Benefits of a Rehabilitation Program Following Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction

Burcea,

Oancea,

Tache-Codreanu

et al. 2024

Life

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Rehabilitation after surgery for patellar instability

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