The local infiltration of analgesia following total knee replacement: a review of current literature.

Abstract

Controversy remains regarding the optimal post-operative analgesic regimen following total knee replacement. A delicate balance is required between the provision of adequate pain relief and early mobilisation. By reviewing 29 randomised trials we sought to establish whether local infiltration of analgesia directly into the knee during surgery provides better pain relief and a more rapid rehabilitation. Although we were able to conclude that local infiltration can provide improved post-operative pain relief, and to suggest the most promising technique of administration, there is no evidence that it reduces hospital stay.

• Authors: D M R Gibbs, T P Green, C N Esler
• Journal: The Journal of bone and joint surgery. British volume (J Bone Joint Surg Br) Vol. 94 Issue 9 Pg. 1154-9 (Sep 2012) ISSN: 2044-5377 [Electronic] England
• PMID: 22933484 (Publication Type: Comparative Study, Journal Article, Review)

Chemical References

• Analgesics

Topics

• Administration, Oral
• Analgesia (methods)
• Analgesics (administration & dosage)
• Anesthesia, Local (methods)
• Arthroplasty, Replacement, Knee (adverse effects)
• Drug Therapy, Combination
• Early Ambulation
• Humans
• Infusions, Subcutaneous
• Injections, Intra-Articular
• Length of Stay
• Nerve Block
• Pain Management
• Pain Measurement
• Pain, Postoperative (etiology, prevention & control)