Abstract
The purpose of this study was to examine the gains in self-care and transfer skills of persons after total knee replacement (TKR) and measure the effectiveness and efficiency of treatment. In this retrospective chart review, 47 patients met the selection criteria during a two-year period. Baseline and discharge Functional Independence Measure (FIM) subscales of self-care and transfers were compared using paired t-tests with post hoc analysis. Effectiveness and efficiency measures were calculated. FIM subscale scores improved 2.29 points on average. Statistically significant improvement was made in all eight subscales where baseline was less than independent level. Improvement in functional performance was made in self-care and transfers with discharge ratings at modified independent to independent.
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