Sport nach Knie- und Hüftendoprothetik

Abstract

The introduction of new materials and better implant coatings seems to provide the prerequisites for more intense physical activities after total joint arthroplasties of the lower extremity. Despite recent advances in implant design and materials, recommendations for sport after total joint arthroplasty have not been updated over the past 20 years. The introduction of modern uncemented fixation as well as highly cross-linked polyethylene into total hip arthroplasty allow for a more active life-style without an increased risk of loosening or complications. This publication reviews the literature and presents the current knowledge to provide guidelines for orthopaedic surgeons treating patients after total joint replacement surgery.

Twenty-one sports activities are recommended by the European Knee Associates (EKA) six months after total knee arthroplasty

“…Ojaca et al, Fawaz et al and Boettner et al also published in the field of sports recommendations after TKA [1, 2, 12]. However, those two articles did not elaborate recommendations themselves but reviewed the findings of the aforementioned studies.…”

“…Moreover, the EKA survey also covered diferent postoperative time frames. When it comes to inter-cultural differences, it is striking that Danish surgeons made the most [1,2,12]. However, those two articles did not elaborate recommendations themselves but reviewed the indings of the aforementioned studies.…”