AANA19 Knee Access Pass-Comparison of Traditional Physical Therapy to Internet-Based Physical Therapy after Knee Arthroscopy_ A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial-Sarah Ulcoq, M.S.

Comparison of Traditional Physical Therapy to Internet-Based Physical Therapy after Knee Arthroscopy_ A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial-Sarah Ulcoq, M.S.

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The presentation compares traditional in-person physical therapy (PT) with internet-based PT following partial meniscectomies, a common orthopedic procedure. Despite the standard recommendation of 3-6 weeks of PT post-surgery, the necessity and cost-effectiveness of formal PT remain debated. The study involved growing participant numbers and found no significant difference in functional outcomes, as measured by IKD scores and other health-related assessments, between online and traditional PT groups. Online PT showed good patient communication and satisfaction, with similar improvements over time. The research suggests internet-based PT could be a viable, potentially more accessible alternative without compromising recovery quality.

Keywords

physical therapy

meniscectomy

internet-based PT

functional outcomes

patient satisfaction