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Source
Jette DU, Hunter SJ, Burkett L, et al. Physical therapist management of total knee
arthroplasty. Phys Ther. 2020 Jun 16;pzaa099. Epub ahead of print.
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Abbreviations
BMI, body mass index; CPM, continuous passive motion device; KOOS JR, Knee
Injury Osteoarthritis Outcomes Survey Joint Replacement; NMES, neuromuscular
electrical stimulation; ROM, range of motion; TKA, total knee arthroplasty
Table 3. Strength of Recommendations
Strength Strength Visual
Strong
★★★★
Moderate
★★★★
Weak
★★★★
Best Practice Statement
★★★★