Thicker Polyethylene Bearings Offer Equivalent Patient-reported Outcomes

JAAOS Global Research and Reviews 2026 Open access

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Authors: W. Carpenter, Sara Elaine Strecker, Leah Goldberg, Durgesh Nagarkatti, Mark Shekhman, Robert James Carangelo, Dan K. Witmer
DOI: 10.5435/jaaosglobal-d-25-00290
Cited by: 1
References: 18

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Polyethylene bearing (PEB) thickness in total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is a critical factor in achieving joint stability and soft-tissue balance. Despite long-standing surgical preference for thinner bearings, the effect of thicker PEBs on patient-reported outcomes (PROs) remains unclear. The purpose of this study was to compare patient-reported and surgical outcomes between patients receiving thicker (≥13 mm) and thinner (

Fields of Study & Subjects

Balance Gait and Falls Prevention Total Knee Arthroplasty Outcomes Scoliosis diagnosis and treatment

Publication details

Journal / source
JAAOS Global Research and Reviews
Publisher
Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health)
Volume
10
Issue
2
Publication date
1 February 2026
Language
EN