A Randomized Study of Exercise and Fitness Trackers in Obese Patients After Total Knee Arthroplasty.

Department of Pediatrics, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, 50 North Dunlap Street, Room 453R, Memphis, TN 38103, USA. Electronic address: wsmith74@uthsc.edu.Department of Physical Therapy, College of Health Professions, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, 930 Madison Avenue, Suite 636, Memphis, TN 38163, USA.Joint Graduate Program in Biomedical Engineering, Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Biomedical Engineering, Campbell Clinic, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, 956 Court Avenue, Memphis, TN 38163, USA.Department of Physical Therapy, Campbell Clinic Orthopaedics, 1400 South Germantown Road, Germantown, TN 38138, USA.Department of Exercise Science, School of Applied Sciences, George Street University House, University, MS 38677, USA.Division of Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Environmental Health, School of Public Health, University of Memphis, 228 Robison Hall, Memphis, TN 38152, USA.

The Orthopedic clinics of North America. 2019;(1):35-45

Abstract

Functional limitations persist in obese patients after total knee arthroplasty (TKA). This study assessed the effect of an exercise program (EP) and fitness trackers (FT) in obese patients with TKA. Sixty patients 1 year after orthopedic surgery were recruited and received a 16-week tailored EP; half were randomized to receive an FT. FT had no measurable effect compared with EP alone. EP improved knee range of motion, strength, and quality-of-life scores. This study provides preliminary evidence that a 16-week EP in obese individuals 1 year post TKA is feasible and effective in improving function and quality of life.

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Publication Type : Randomized Controlled Trial

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