Changes in Postural Stability Following THA for OA
Changes in Postural Stability and Balance Confidence in People After Elective Unilateral Total Hip Arthroplasty for Osteoarthritis: A Prospective Cohort Study
Western University, Canada
80 participants
Dec 27, 2023
OBSERVATIONAL
Conditions
Summary
Total hip arthroplasty (THA) is a common surgery that eases pain, restores functional movement, and improves the overall quality of life in people with severe hip osteoarthritis (OA). Unfortunately, problems with postural stability, commonly known as balance, are still noticed in people even years after the surgery. These postural stability problems typically result in falls. The aim of the proposed study is to investigate how THA surgery affects a person's overall quality of life, both physically and psychologically, in terms of postural stability and balance confidence (self-efficacy) within the first three months after THA for osteoarthritis. This prospective cohort study will focus on people over 60 years old.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria4
- ≥ 60 years of age, scheduled to receive an elective unilateral THA (DA or DL approach) for OA
- Ambulatory for a minimum of 10 meters with or without a mobility aid but without the assistance of another person
- Able to read, write and speak English
- Able to provide consent
Exclusion Criteria3
- Bilateral THA
- Underwent THA surgery for a diagnosis other than OA
- Any condition that will prevent participants from completing the study such as having a significant neurological, cardiovascular, musculoskeletal condition as denoted by their physician.
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Interventions
Total hip arthroplasty is a common surgical procedure performed in people with advanced hip osteoarthritis
Locations(1)
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NCT06088160