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A case study: lennox hill bracing for postoperative total knee replacement.
The Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy
|January 1, 1984
Summary
The Lennox Hill derotation brace, typically for sports injuries, effectively managed pain and instability after knee replacement in a geriatric patient. It also showed increased quadriceps strength compared to other bracing methods.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Geriatric Medicine
- Rehabilitation Engineering
Background:
- The Lennox Hill derotation brace is commonly used for sports-related knee injuries.
- It has been applied preoperatively and postoperatively for various knee disorders.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report the use of the Lennox Hill derotation brace in managing post-total knee replacement pain and instability in a geriatric patient.
- To investigate the effect of the brace on quadriceps strength.
Main Methods:
- A case report detailing the application of the Lennox Hill derotation brace.
- Measurement of quadriceps strength with the Lennox Hill brace, traditional hinge bracing, and without bracing.
Main Results:
- The Lennox Hill derotation brace successfully managed post-total knee replacement pain and instability.
- A notable increase in quadriceps strength was observed when wearing the Lennox Hill brace compared to traditional hinge bracing and no brace.
Conclusions:
- The Lennox Hill derotation brace presents a viable option for managing pain and instability following total knee replacement in geriatric patients.
- The brace may contribute to improved quadriceps strength, warranting further investigation.
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