Exploring the Impact of Arthroscopic Surgery on Sleep Quality and Clinical Recovery in Chronic Lateral Epicondylitis Patients

Authors : Mehmet Okan Atahan, Fatih Gölgelioğlu, Mustafa Yalın, Aydoğan Aşkın, Göker Yurdakul, Alper Ozer
Pages : 209-217
Doi:10.16919/bozoktip.1597916
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Publication Date : 2025-06-15
Article Type : Research Paper
Abstract :Abstract Aim: The purpose of the current study was to investigate the postoperative pattern of sleep quality and to evaluate the correlation between sleep quality and clinical scores in patients following arthroscopic surgery for chronic persistent lateral epicondylitis (ASCPLE). Methods: The current study included consecutive patients seeking lateral epicondylitis (LE) treatment at four orthopaedic outpatient clinics between 2020 and 2022 who failed to improve with conservative treatments and consented to ASCPLE. The current study evaluated patient demographics, the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), and patient-rated outcomes measures (PROMs) like the Disability of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand (DASH) score and the Patient-rated Tennis Elbow Evaluation (PRTEE) score before and after ASCPLE surgery, with follow-up assessments at three weeks, three months, and six months. Results: The study involved 28 patients aged 32-47 years. Statistically significant decreases were observed in the PSQI and DASH values at postoperative 3rd week, 3rd month, and 6th month compared to preoperative values (p<0.05). The PRTEE scoring showed a decrease in postoperative period and an increase in postoperative 6th month, albeit statistically lower than preoperative period. The present investigation revealed a significant correlation between preoperative PSQI scores and DASH and PRTEE scores, with a correlation of 71.9% and 67.3%, respectively. Conclusion: ASCPLE significantly improves sleep quality and reduces clinical scores up to six months postoperatively, but caution is needed due to the potential risk of symptom recurrence and deteriorating sleep quality over time.
Keywords : Dirsek tendinopatisi, uyku kalitesi, artroskobik cerrahi

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