Total Joint Athroplasty (2) Flashcards
1
Q
What are some pre-operative things that a PT can do?
A
High intensity strength training
Patient training on AD
Planning for recovery
Managing patient expectations
2
Q
What should be considered in acute care PT for a TKA/THA?
A
Early intensive rehab (within 24 hours of surgery)
3
Q
What is early intensive rehab associated with post THA/TKA?
A
Decreased DVT, chest infections, and urinary retention
4
Q
Where is the largest portion of therapy spent after a THA/TKA?
A
Post acute PT (planning where to discharge and recovery time)
5
Q
When is a reverse TSA done?
A
When rotator cuff is fully torn (must have intact deltoid)
6
Q
When is an anatomic TSA done?
A
When rotator cuff is intact
7
Q
What is the goal acutely post hip fracture?
A
Restore mobility ASAP
