RecruitingNCT06821269

Functional Recovery After Total Knee Arthroplasty

Sponsor

University of Pittsburgh

Enrollment

30 participants

Start Date

Sep 1, 2023

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Arthritis Knee

Summary

The goal of this observational study is to learn about patients' recoveries after receiving total knee arthroplasty (TKA). The main questions it aims to answer are: Does robotic-assisted TKA have improved perceived recovery when compared to conventional TKA? Does robotic-assisted TKA lead to improved functional recovery when compared to conventional TKA? Researchers will compare if robotic-assisted versus conventional procedures lead to different recovery speeds. Participants will answer questionnaires and undergo physical therapy testing before and at several timepoints after their procedure.

Eligibility

Min Age: 40 YearsMax Age: 90 Years

Inclusion Criteria4

Candidate for TKA
Speak English / understand study instructions--this is necessary to reliably complete the study questionnaires and understand study instructions which are not validated in other languages
Have medical clearance from PCP, PI, or co-Investigator to participate in the study
Willing to comply with all study procedures and be available for the duration of the study

Exclusion Criteria11

+ falls in the past year
Unable to ambulate 100 ft without assistive device or rest period
Acute illness
Have a history of cardiovascular disease or hypertension not controlled by medication
Severe visual impairment
Lower-extremity amputation
Neurological, muscular, systemic, or connective tissue disorder affecting the function of the lower extremities
Pregnant
Terminal illness
Plans to have another joint replacement during study period
Plans to relocate from immediate area during study period

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