Impact of Alprazolam on Comorbid Pain and Knee Functions in Total Knee Arthroplasty Patients Diagnosed with Anxiety and Depression

Language
English

Authors
Erdem Aktas

Summary
Alprazolam can reduce postoperative analgesic use and improve knee functions by reducing the pain threshold, and enhancing overall mood via its antidepressive and anxiolytic properties in patients undergoing TKA diagnosed with mild-moderate anxiety/depression.

Keywords
Total Knee Arthroplasty, Osteoarthritis, Knee Functions

Publication Type
clinical-study