Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Videos

Function after patellectomy.

R E Peeples, M K Margo

    Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research
    |May 1, 1978
    PubMed
    Summary

    Patellectomy surgery for fractures and chondromalacia yielded good results in most patients. Quadriceps strengthening exercises are crucial for regaining function after patellectomy.

    Related Concept Videos

    You might also read

    Related Articles

    Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

    Sort by
    Same author

    Microwave coupled plasma sterilization and depyrogenation I. System characteristics.

    Journal of parenteral science and technology : a publication of the Parenteral Drug Association·1985
    Same author

    Microwave coupled plasma sterilization and depyrogenation II. Mechanisms of action.

    Journal of parenteral science and technology : a publication of the Parenteral Drug Association·1985
    Same author

    Cast brace management of the femoral shaft fracture in children and young adults.

    Journal of pediatric orthopedics·1983
    Same author

    President's page.

    The Journal of the Oklahoma State Medical Association·1979
    Same author

    Intramedullary fixation of the fractured tibia with Lottes nail.

    Clinical orthopaedics and related research·1974
    Same author

    Preliminary observations of calcified material in villous synovitis.

    Clinical orthopaedics and related research·1970

    Area of Science:

    • Orthopedic Surgery
    • Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation

    Background:

    • Patellectomy is a surgical procedure involving the removal of the kneecap.
    • It is performed for conditions like patellar fractures and chondromalacia patellae.
    • Outcomes and functional recovery following patellectomy require thorough evaluation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To assess the postoperative outcomes of patellectomy.
    • To evaluate functional recovery, strength, endurance, and pain levels after patellectomy for fracture and chondromalacia.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective evaluation of 20 patients who underwent patellectomy for fracture.
    • Retrospective evaluation of 14 patients who underwent patellectomy for chondromalacia.
    • Assessment of postoperative strength, endurance, pain, and functional complaints.

    Main Results:

    • Satisfactory results were reported in 85% of the fracture group and 79% of the chondromalacia group.
    • Postoperative quadriceps weakness was common but manageable with strengthening exercises.
    • Effective rehabilitation programs are key to overcoming functional deficits.

    Conclusions:

    • Patellectomy can provide satisfactory outcomes for both fracture and chondromalacia.
    • Quadriceps strengthening is essential to compensate for the mechanical changes post-patellectomy.
    • A sustained, vigorous rehabilitation program for at least one year is recommended for optimal functional recovery.

    Related Experiment Videos