Application of Auriculotherapy in ERAS of TKA for KOA
To further improve the surgical outcomes of patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty (TKA). This study aims to use ear acupoint therapy to address the following clinical issues: 1 The degree of postoperative inflammation and edema in the patient; 2. Patient pain; 3. Patient functional recovery. 4. Surgical scar repair for patients; 5. Patient perioperative anxiety and postoperative satisfaction. Exploring the safety and effectiveness of ear acupoint therapy in the postoperative application of TKA, leveraging the advantages of suitable traditional Chinese medicine techniques in simplicity, convenience, effectiveness, and cost-effectiveness, and further improving the ERAS Chinese and Western medicine collaborative plan for TKA.
- EligibilityCriteria: Inclusion Criteria:  Diagnosis that complies with OA; Age ≥ 18 years old, regardless of gender; Improve preoperative knee joint X-ray and lower limb CT examination; The patient's auricles are intact and there are no contraindications such as damage, redness, swelling, bleeding, or infection that are not suitable for ear acupoint therapy.  The subject/guardian is able to understand the purpose of the trial, demonstrate sufficient compliance with the trial protocol, and sign an informed consent form (ICF)  Exclusion Criteria:  Individuals with contraindications for TKA surgery; Patients with severe deep vein thrombosis in the affected limb; A history of knee joint surgery, trauma, or fractures in the affected limb may affect the evaluation of this project and surgical safety; The subjects are in an immunosuppressive state, suffering from autoimmune diseases or immunosuppressive disorders; Pregnant or lactating women; Patients who are known to have excessive alcohol or drug abuse; The researchers believe that it is not suitable for participants in this clinical trial. - HealthyVolunteers: No - Gender: All - MinimumAge: 18 Years - StdAgeList: Adult, Older Adult