Manipulation under anesthesia (MUA) is a common treatment for stiffness and arthrofibrosis post-TKA. Studies show a higher degree of success when treatment is performed earlier (<3 mo.) post-TKA1 ; however, bundled payment models focusing on a 90-day episode of care may not provide reimbursement within this timeframe.
VERASENSE™ Can Mitigate 90-Day Post-Op Complications
Through Soft Tissue Balance
Through Soft Tissue Balance
MUA Rate: Verasense™ vs. Non-Sensor2
62% of observed MUAs were within the 90 Day Post-Op interval. Verasense showed a statistically significant reduction in MUA.
252 Sensor Assisted vs. 690 Non-Sensor Assisted
All cases were performed by the same surgeon. There were no significant cohort demographic or co-morbidity differences. No difference in outcomes was seen based on implant type, age or BMI.
AN INCREASE IN PHYSICAL THERAPY PERFORMANCE AND SHORT-TERM OUTCOMES
DURING RECOVERY AND REHAB SHOULD TRANSLATE TO SHORTER TREATMENTS AND
LOWER OVERALL COSTS IN THE COMPLETE TKA EPISODE OF CARE.
REFERENCES
- Geller, Jeffrey A. et al. The Use of Electronic Sensor Device to Augment Ligament Balancing Leads to a Lower Rate of Arthrofibrosis After Total Knee Arthroplasty. The Journal of Arthroplasty. Volume 32 , Issue 5 , 1502 – 1504.
- Fitzsimmons SE, Vazquez EA, Bronson MJ. How to Treat the Stiff Total Knee Arthroplasty?: A Systematic Review. Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research. 2010;468(4):1096-1106.