Gravity-Assisted Manipulation (GAM) Technique for the Treatment of Knee Arthrofibrosis.
case_report · Level V
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- Record sourced from PubMed, PMID 38196856.
- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.eats.2023.07.046 and PMC identifier 10772969.
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Abstract
Arthrofibrosis is a known complication after knee surgery, resulting in stiffness and decreased range of motion for patients. Manipulation under anesthesia is a commonly used technique to address postoperative arthrofibrosis after knee surgery. Often, direct pressure is applied to the knee during the manipulation. This can be difficult and can place undue stress above and below the joint. This Technical Note presents the technique for manipulation under anesthesia using gravity and the native knee motion alone to improve knee range of motion.
Anatomy
- knee