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Changes in Postural Stability Following THA for OA

Osteoarthritis, Hip

Total hip arthroplasty (THA) is a common surgery that eases pain, restores functional movement, and improves the overall quality of life in people with severe hip osteoarthritis (OA). Unfortunately, problems with postural stability, commonly known as balance, are still noticed in people even years after the surgery. These postural stability problems typically result in falls. The aim of the proposed study is to investigate how THA surgery affects a person's overall quality of life, both physically and psychologically, in terms of postural stability and balance confidence (self-efficacy) within the first three months after THA for osteoarthritis. This prospective cohort study will focus on people over 60 years old.

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Participation Requirements

  • Sex:

    ALL

  • Eligible Ages:

    60 and up

Participation Criteria

Inclusion Criteria:

* ≥ 60 years of age, scheduled to receive an elective unilateral THA (DA or DL approach) for OA
* Ambulatory for a minimum of 10 meters with or without a mobility aid but without the assistance of another person
* Able to read, write and speak English
* Able to provide consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Bilateral THA
* Underwent THA surgery for a diagnosis other than OA
* Any condition that will prevent participants from completing the study such as having a significant neurological, cardiovascular, musculoskeletal condition as denoted by their physician.

Study Location

London Health Sciences Centre- University Hospital
London Health Sciences Centre- University Hospital
London, Ontario
Canada

Contact Study Team

Primary Contact

Tony I Adebero, MSc.

[email protected]
519-685-8500
Study Sponsored By
Western University, Canada
Participants Required
More Information
Study ID: NCT06088160