Biological research for nursing
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Randomized Controlled Trial Clinical Trial
The effect of early postoperative physical activity on tissue oxygen and wound healing.
Supplemented postoperative activity was compared to standard activity for effects on wound healing, subcutaneous tissue perfusion, and oxygen (PscO2) following hip replacement (THR). ⋯ Healing measures were not improved with increased activity levels. However, activity did not reduce PscO2or wound healing. The majority of patients adhered to additional activity and tolerated the protocol well. Increased activity was associated with earlier discharge, suggesting other recovery-related benefits.