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Open Access 01-12-2019 | Study protocol

Knee Replacement Bandaging Study (KReBS) evaluating the effect of a two-layer compression bandage system on knee function following total knee arthroplasty: study protocol for a randomised controlled trial

Authors: Liz Cook, Matthew J. Northgraves, Caroline Fairhurst, Sarah Ronaldson, David J. Torgerson, Jonathan Kent, Mike Reed

Published in: Trials | Issue 1/2019

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Abstract

Background

Data from a feasibility study suggest that the use of an inelastic, short-stretch compression bandage following total knee arthroplasty is a safe technique that may improve patient-reported health outcomes, and that it is feasible to recruit to a full-scale study.

Methods

We will conduct a randomised controlled trial (RCT) of 2600 adult patients, which has 80% power to detect a 1 point difference in the Oxford Knee Score (a patient self-reported assessment of knee pain and function) at 52 weeks. Short stretch compression bandaging will be compared with standard wool and crepe bandaging following total knee arthroplasty. Recruitment will take place in orthopaedic units across the United Kingdom. Secondary outcomes include the EuroQol 5 Dimensions (EQ-5D)-5 L and EQ-5D-3 L scores, pain, length of hospital stay, and complications.

Discussion

The Knee Replacement Bandaging Study (KReBS) is a large study which aims to contribute to the evidence base for informing clinical decisions for the use of compression bandaging following knee arthroplasty.

Trial registration

International Standard Randomised Controlled Trial Register, ISRCTN 87127065. Registered on 20 February 2017.
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Metadata
Title
Knee Replacement Bandaging Study (KReBS) evaluating the effect of a two-layer compression bandage system on knee function following total knee arthroplasty: study protocol for a randomised controlled trial
Authors
Liz Cook
Matthew J. Northgraves
Caroline Fairhurst
Sarah Ronaldson
David J. Torgerson
Jonathan Kent
Mike Reed
Publication date
01-12-2019
Publisher
BioMed Central
Published in
Trials / Issue 1/2019
Electronic ISSN: 1745-6215
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/s13063-019-3344-1

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