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Release surgery in stiffness of the knee
Acta Orthopaedica Scandinavica
|April 1, 1983
Summary
This study details a surgical technique for knee stiffness, achieving an average motion gain of 76 degrees. The procedure proved effective and safe for patients with significantly reduced knee mobility.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Knee Biomechanics
Background:
- Significantly reduced knee motion (stiffness) severely impacts patient quality of life.
- Scar tissue formation can impede normal knee joint function and range of motion.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a standardized surgical technique for addressing knee stiffness.
- To evaluate the efficacy and safety of this operative approach.
Main Methods:
- Operative technique involved scar tissue excision in the superior recess, patellofemoral, and tibiofemoral joints.
- Key procedural elements included release of retinacula and medial/lateral sliding mechanisms.
- Seven patients with significantly reduced knee motion underwent the procedure.
Main Results:
- A mean gain in knee motion of 76 degrees was achieved post-operatively.
- Excellent outcomes were reported in three patients, and good outcomes in four.
- No serious complications were observed during the study period.
Conclusions:
- The described surgical technique effectively restores knee motion in patients with significant stiffness.
- The procedure demonstrates a favorable safety profile with high success rates.