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- Lohmander, Stefan, et al.
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Osteoarthritis
- 2003
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In: Textbook of sports medicine. - 0632065095 ; , s. 422-422:10, s. 1402-1430, s. 1301-1301
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- Roos, Ewa M., et al.
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Substantial disability 3 months after arthroscopic partial meniscectomy: : A prospective study of patient-relevant outcomes
- 2000
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In: Arthroscopy. - : Elsevier BV. - 0749-8063. ; 16:6, s. 619-626
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- To our knowledge, this is the first prospective study using validated questionnaires to assess patient-relevant outcomes after arthroscopic partial meniscectomy. Data from the Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS), the SF-36 Medical Outcomes Study Short-Form Health Survey, and the Lysholm Knee Scoring Scale were available for 74 consecutive patients (50 males, 24 females; mean age, 45 years) with isolated meniscus tear (n = 47) or meniscus tear combined with cartilage damage (n = 27). At postoperative follow-up (mean, 14.4 weeks) significant improvement was seen, but despite only minor pain and other symptoms postoperatively, significant physical disability and handicap were reported. Postoperatively, 30% of patients were active in sports compared with 63% before injury. A sedentary lifestyle was reported by 38% compared with 9% before injury. We conclude that patient-relevant outcomes provide additional information and should be assessed after arthroscopic partial meniscectomy. We further suggest that preoperative information for the meniscectomy patient should include a realistic expected functional outcome.
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- von Porat, Anette, et al.
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High prevalence of osteoarthritis 14 years after an anterior cruciate ligament tear in male soccer players: a study of radiographic and patient relevant outcomes.
- 2004
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In: Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases. - : BMJ. - 1468-2060 .- 0003-4967. ; 63:3, s. 269-273
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Objective: To identify the consequences of an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear in a cohort of male soccer players 14 years after the initial injury with respect to radiographic knee osteoarthritis and patient relevant outcomes. Methods: Of 219 male soccer players with an ACL injury in 1986, 205 (94%) were available for follow up after 14 years; 75% of the cohort (154/205) answered mailed questionnaires (KOOS, SF-36, and Lysholm knee scoring scale) and 122 of these consented to weight bearing radiographs. Results: Radiographic changes were found in 95 (78%) of the injured knees, while more advanced changes, comparable with Kellgren-Lawrence grade 2 or higher, were seen in 50 (41%). In the uninjured knees more advanced changes, comparable with Kellgren-Lawrence grade 2 or higher, were seen in five knees (4%). No differences were seen between surgically and conservatively treated players. The patient relevant outcome was affected and did not differ between subjects with and without radiographic changes. Eighty per cent reported reduced activity level. Conclusions: A high prevalence of radiographic knee osteoarthritis was seen in male soccer players 14 years after an ACL disruption. The injury and the osteoarthritis, irrespective of the treatment provided to these patients, often result in knee related symptoms that severely affect the knee related quality of life by middle age.
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- Östenberg, Anna, et al.
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Physical capacity in female soccer players : does age make a difference?
- 2000
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In: Advances in Physiotherapy. - : Taylor & Francis. - 1403-8196 .- 1651-1948. ; 2:1, s. 39-48
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- There is an increased risk of injuries, especially knee injuries, in young female soccer players. If age-related differences in physical capacity could be identified, the possibilities for injury prevention may increase. The objective was to study possible age-related differences in isokinetic muscle strength, aerobic capacity, functional performance, and general joint laxity in female soccer players. Body mass index (BMI) (kg × m-2) was also measured. In total 108 players, recruited from seven soccer teams, were tested. The mean age was 20.2 years (SD=4.1, range=14-30). Players aged ≦20 years and>20 years were compared. The following tests were employed: isokinetic knee extensor and flexor strength at velocities of 60 °/s and 180°/s, one-leg hop, triple jump, vertical jump, square-hop, and aerobic capacity. The older group had greater isokinetic strength for the flexor muscles at a peak torque of 60°/s (p=0.04), and total work at 60°/s and 180°/s (p=0.04 and 0.03). The older group had a higher BMI and more years of soccer playing (p≪0.001). The results revealed no significant differences between the age groups regarding, functional performance, aerobic capacity, or general joint laxity. Further studies are needed on intrinsic risk factors to identify variables explaining the difference in injury rate between younger and older players.
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- Bischoff-Ferrari, H A, et al.
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Psychosocial and geriatric correlates of functional status after total hip replacement
- 2004
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In: Arthritis and Rheumatism. - : Wiley. - 1529-0131 .- 0004-3591. ; 51:5, s. 829-835
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Objective. To determine whether psychosocial factors, chronic diseases, and common geriatric problems are associated with poor physical function 3 years after primary total hip replacement (THR). Methods. We studied a sample of Medicare recipients in Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Colorado (n = 922) who underwent primary THR in 1995 (mean +/- SD age 73.1 +/- 5.6 years, 32% men). Participants completed a questionnaire regarding lifestyle factors, medical history, and quality of life similar to3 years after the surgery. Physical function was measured using the function subscale of the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index. We assessed the relationship between functional outcome 3 years postsurgery and 4 predictor domains: pain or complications in the operated hip, other musculoskeletal comorbidity, medical factors (obesity, chronic medical comorbidity, rheumatoid arthritis, and such common geriatric problems as falls, poor balance, or incontinence), and psychosocial factors (mental health, regular alcohol consumption, smoking, provider role, living alone, and education). Results. Ten percent of subjects had poor functional status. In a logistic regression model controlling for sex and age, the following factors were associated with an increased risk for poor functional status (in order of importance): pain in the back or lower extremity, severe pain in the operated hip, poor mental health, more than 1 common geriatric problem, obesity, and less than college education. Conclusion. Pain in the operated hip was strongly associated with poor functional status 3 years after THR. However, other factors associated with poor functional status were not related to the hip. Our results suggest that a comprehensive assessment of functional status in elderly THR patients should include assessment of common geriatric problems, mental health status, and weight.
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- Bremander, Ann, et al.
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Validation of the Rheumatoid and Arthritis Outcome Score (RAOS) for the lower extremity
- 2003
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In: Health and Quality of Life Outcomes. - : Springer Science and Business Media LLC. - 1477-7525. ; 48:9 Suppl. S, s. 687-687
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- BACKGROUND: Patients with inflammatory joint diseases tend due to new treatments to be more physically active; something not taken into account by currently used outcome measures. The Rheumatoid and Arthritis Outcome Score (RAOS) is an adaptation of the Knee injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS) and evaluates functional limitations of importance to physically active people with inflammatory joint diseases and problems from the lower extremities. The aim of the study was to test the RAOS for validity, reliability and responsiveness. METHODS: 119 in-patients with inflammatory joint disease (51% RA) admitted to multidisciplinary care, mean age 56 (+/-13), 73% women, mean disease duration 18 (+/-14) yr were consecutively enrolled. They all received the RAOS, the SF-36, the HAQ and four subscales of the AIMS2 twice during their stay for test of validity and responsiveness. Test-retest reliability of the RAOS questionnaire was calculated on 52 patients using the first or second administration and an additional mailed questionnaire. RESULTS: The RAOS met set criteria of reliability and validity. The random intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC 2,1) for the five subscales ranged from 0.76 to 0.92, indicating that individual comparisons were possible except for the subscale Sport and Recreation Function. Inter-item correlation measured by Cronbach's alpha ranged from 0.78 to 0.95. When measuring construct validity the highest correlations occurred between subscales intended to measure similar constructs. Change over time (24 (+/- 7) days) due to multidisciplinary care was significant for all subscales (p < 0.001). The effect sizes ranged from 0.30-0.44 and were considered small to medium. All the RAOS subscales were more responsive than the HAQ. Some of the SF-36 subscales and the AIMS2 subscales were more responsive than the RAOS subscales. CONCLUSION: It is possible to adapt already existing outcome measures to assess other groups with musculoskeletal difficulties in the lower extremity. The RAOS is a reliable, valid and responsive outcome instrument for assessment of multidisciplinary care. To fully validate the RAOS further studies are needed in other populations.
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