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Table 3 Schedule of functional outcome and radiological measurements

From: Flexible versus standard intramedullary rod in posterior stabilized primary total knee arthroplasty: protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Parameter

Visit

Pre-operative

3 months

12 months

24 months

Fit (flexion angle and sagittal profile)

Multi Diagnost Eleva, supine

Multi Diagnost Eleva, supine

-

-

Functional outcome

Time Get-up and Go test, stair climbing test, Leg Extensor Power Rig

Time Get-up and Go test, stair climbing test, Leg Extensor Power Rig

Time Get-up and Go test, stair climbing test, Leg Extensor Power Rig

Time Get-up and Go test, stair climbing test, Leg Extensor Power Rig

Posterior condylar offset

Lateral x-ray, standing

Lateral x-ray, standing

Lateral x-ray, standing

-

Patellar tendon angle

Lateral x-ray, standing, 45° flexion

Lateral x-ray, standing, 45° flexion

Lateral x-ray, standing, 45° flexion

-

Patellar tilt and displacement

Sky-line patella x-ray, supine

Sky-line patella x-ray, supine

Sky-line patella x-ray, supine

-