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Immediate and partial weight bearing lead to similar outcomes after THA
August 2013
Immediate and partial weight bearing lead to similar outcomes after THA
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
The effects of different weight-bearing regimes on press-fit cup stability: a randomised study with five years of follow-up using radiostereometry
Int Orthop. 2012 Apr;36(4):735-40. Epub 2011 Dec 7Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
30 adult patients with unilateral osteoarthritis of the hip, who received a press fit cup, were randomized to full weight bearing or partial weight bearing for three months. The results from five year follow-up indicated that there were no significant differences between the two groups in regards to micromotion, as assessed with radiostereometry. Importantly, no adverse effects were found at a 5 y...
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