Effect of cryo/cuff system at different durations on postoperative swelling and pain in patients with knee arthroscopy / 现代临床护理

ABSTRACT

Objective To explore the effect of cryo/cuff system at different durations on postoperative swelling and pain in patients with knee arthroscopy.Methods Ninety-two patients having undergone knee arthroscopy were divided into 3 groups the study group(n=31),the control group(n=31)and the blank control group(n=30).The study group were managed with circulating cold compress therapy for 30 mins once every 8 hours 24 hours after operation,the control group with circulating cold compress therapy for 30 mins once every 8 hours 48 hours after operation and the blank control group with routine nursing.The degree of pains was assessed using visual analogue scale and the level of swelling using the difference in the shank circle between the diseased and healthy limbs.Results The study group and control group were both better than the blank group in swelling and pain control(P0.05).Conclusion Postoperative knee arthroscopy,using cryo/cuff system can alleviate pains and swelling of joints,which is conducive for the early ambulation and promoted rehabilitation.