Patient Satisfaction in Terms of Pain and ROM After Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Cross-Sectional Study Conducted at a Single Center

Introduction: Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is a widely approved procedure for treating end-stage knee osteoarthritis and offers significant benefits in terms of mobility, pain relief and overall quality of life. Pain control and post-operative range of motion are key factors affecting patient satisfaction, making it crucial to assess the quality of life post-surgery. While TKA is becoming more popular in Saudi Arabia, particularly in the Qassim province, there is still limited research on patient experiences and satisfaction, highlighting the need for further studies to improve care. Methods: This cross-sectional study included 26 post-TKA patients from a single center. Data on demographics, pain levels, range of motion and satisfaction were collected using self-administered questionnaires. Data were cleaned in Excel and analyzed using the International Business Machines Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (IBM SPSS) 29.0.0. Results: Our study included 26 participants, predominantly females (n = 21, 80.8%), with a mean age of 59.5 years (SD = 6.5). Nearly half (n = 12, 46.2%) reported severe knee pain TKA. Despite challenges in routine tasks, (n = 20, 76.9%) described surgery results as excellent. Moderate to severe knee pain significantly interfered with routine tasks (p<0.001), particularly among those with less than a high school education (n = 14, 87.5%, p = 0.032). Decreased range of motion (ROM) was significantly associated with lower weight (p = 0.029) and severe pain (p<0.001). Patient satisfaction was high (n = 22, 84.6%), although those with moderate pain were less likely to be satisfied (n = 3, 60.0%; p = 0.200). The education level approached significance in terms of satisfaction (p = 0.052). Conclusions: Our study highlights the importance of pain management, ROM and social factors such as education in TKA outcomes. Comprehensive multidisciplinary care is essential for addressing both physical and psychosocial needs. Further research with larger sample sizes and longer follow-up periods is recommended.