International Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Open Access
ISSN: 2329-9096
ISSN: 2329-9096
Department of Science and Technology, Seikei University, Musashino-shi, Tokyo, Japan
Review Article
Clinical Application of the Timed Up and Go Test in Total Hip Arthroplasty for Osteoarthritis of the Hip
Author(s): Tomoyuki Yamauchi*
The Timed Up and Go (TUG) test is a simple, widely used measure of mobility that has proven reliability in patients undergoing Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA) for osteoarthritis. This test is valuable for assessing physical function from the early postoperative period through long-term follow-up. Various studies show that TUG performance is influenced by factors such as age, body mass index, hip muscle volume and quality, phase angle, and cognitive function. On the other hand, factors like hemoglobin levels, surgical approach, and femoral stem design generally do not affect TUG results. Several interventions have been shown to improve TUG outcomes, including hip external rotator strengthening, telerehabilitation, imagery-based training, and enhanced recovery after surgery protocols. Conversely, interventions such as leg length correction, fascial manipulation, nutritional supplementation.. View More»