Essential amino acids in total knee and hip joint replacement: a narrative review
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https://doi.org/10.18203/issn.2455-4510.IntJResOrthop20240442Keywords:
Essential amino acids, Total knee arthroplasty, Total hip arthroplasty, Joint replacement, NutritionAbstract
The increasing availability of total joint replacement especially for knee and hip joints has increased their rates substantially across the globe. It is associated with increased risk of sarcopenia with loss of muscle mass and strength in the postoperative period. The supplementation of proteins along with exercises have been mainframe strategy to improve the functional ability after total knee arthroplasty and total hip arthroplasty. However, supplementation of proteins necessitates effective proteolytic digestion and conversion to amino acids for exerting substantial effects. In overcoming this challenge, supplementation with essential amino acids can be an attractive approach In this article, we review the clinical evidence with use of essential amino acids in patients undergoing TKA and THA. In the nine studies included in the review, seven assessed EAAs in TKA and two in THA. In TKA studies, improvement in muscle mass, muscle strength and functional recovery has been significant over 6 weeks postoperatively in majority of the studies. Over long term (2 years), improved recovery of rectus femoris and quadriceps had been reported. In THA as well, significant improvement in hip function and stability has been reported. Thus, EAAs in addition to the existing rehabilitation program are helpful to improve sarcopenia and enhances the recovery to perform activities of daily living. We propose from current evidence that administration of EAAs 7 to 10 days prior to planned TKA or THA and continued for 14 to 20 days in the postoperative period along with rehabilitation program is optimal in enhancing the muscle strength and help in physical functional recovery. Current evidence indicates supplementation with EAAs should be a part of routine management protocol in patients undergoing TKA or THA.
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