Journal of Yoga & Physical Therapy
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Jessica W Smith

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• Case Report
  Tai Chi Inspired Exercise Early Following Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Case Report
  Author(s): Jessica W Smith, Mark Cipriani Jr, Robin L Marcus and Paul LaStayo Jessica W Smith, Mark Cipriani Jr, Robin L Marcus and Paul LaStayo
  
  Background: In total knee arthroplasty (TKA) recipients, losses in quadriceps’ strength in the immediate postoperative period are related to physical function and mobility. Therefore, this period should be a target of rehabilitation to prevent strength losses in the short-term. This case report describes the early post-operative changes in muscle and physical function associated with a Tai Chi inspired rehabilitation program. Case Description: A 62 year-old woman presented with bilateral OA and underwent unilateral TKA surgery in her most symptomatic knee. The subject participated in one pre-operative study visit, and a 6-week, Tai Chi inspired rehabilitation program from 4 to 10 wks post-operatively. Outcome measures, evaluated at 4 wks, 10 wks, and 6 months post-operatively, included maximum voluntary isometric contraction, lower extremity power, quadriceps force control, 6-mi.. View More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2157-7595.1000155

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