Microcurrent Stimulation Reduces Post-Operative Swelling and Healing Time Following Knee Replacement Surgery

"Shortly after surgery, electrodes will be applied to the lower extremity in such a way that the current will flow from the ankle through the knee replacement and pass through the thigh. The frequency of the treatments will vary over the period of time from post-op recovery to end of rehab.~All treatments are applying current that consists of different combinations of intensities within the micro to nano ampere ranges."

Anti-thrombotic medication. Elevation and ice. Pain medications as needed. Dressings changes. Topical antibiotics. Progressive physical therapy.

Diagnostic interventions include: the Perometer which scans the lower extremity and determines its volume to a high degree of accuracy; the Impedimed Bioimpedance Spectroscopy (BIS) device that measures intra and intercellular fluid movement; the Microfet muscle force testing device that provides a digital output of the number of pounds exerted by the quadriceps upon extension; the Acumar digital digital Inclinometer that accurately measures the ROM of the knee; and the K.I.S.S. wound measuring system to measure rate of incision healing.