Development and Persistence of Suspected Neuropathic Pain After Total Knee Arthroplasty in Individuals With Osteoarthritis

ConclusionsAlthough 14% of individuals with knee OA had suspected neuropathic pain that persisted 6 months post-TKA and those with suspected neuropathic pain had higher levels of pain, catastrophizing, and depression, the clinical identification of neuropathic pain remains enigmatic. Preoperative suspected neuropathic pain, as measured by S-LANSS, may have limited prognostic value for post-TKA outcomes.Level of EvidenceII
Source: PMandR - Category: Rehabilitation Source Type: research