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Quicker functional recovery at 6 weeks using direct anterior vs. posterior approach in THA
December 2015
Quicker functional recovery at 6 weeks using direct anterior vs. posterior approach in THA
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Comparison of Patient Function during the First Six Weeks after Direct Anterior or Posterior Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA): A Randomized Study
J Arthroplasty. 2015 Sep;30(9 Suppl):94-7Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
56 patients undergoing total hip arthroplasty (THA) were randomized to undergo THA using either a direct anterior approach or posterior approach. The purpose of the study was to determine if the direct anterior approach resulted in improved early functional recovery compared to the posterior approach. The primary outcome of interest was time until discontinuation of an assistive ambulatory device....
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