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Evolution of the quadriceps snip

K L Garvin1, G Scuderi, J N Insall

  • 1University of Nebraska Medical Center, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation, Omaha 68198-1080, USA.

Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research
|December 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

The quadriceps snip technique safely improves knee range of motion for various knee surgeries. Postoperative physical therapy remains unchanged, with good clinical quadriceps strength despite measurable weakness compared to a normal leg.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Knee Arthroplasty
  • Surgical Techniques

Background:

  • Surgical exposure of the knee can be challenging.
  • The quadriceps snip is a technique to aid knee exposure.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the safety and efficacy of the quadriceps snip technique.
  • To assess postoperative outcomes including range of motion and quadriceps strength.

Main Methods:

  • The quadriceps snip was used in 16 patients undergoing knee surgery.
  • Patients had diagnoses including osteoarthritis and arthritis.
  • Outcomes were assessed using the Hospital for Special Surgery Scoring System and Cybex testing.

Main Results:

  • All patients showed improved range of motion (average 30 degrees).

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  • 10 patients had excellent and 6 had good outcomes.
  • Cybex testing showed weakness in extension compared to the contralateral normal leg.

    • Conclusions:

    • The quadriceps snip is a safe and simple surgical technique.
    • It does not necessitate special equipment or altered physical therapy.
    • The technique provides good clinical quadriceps strength postoperatively.