Table 4.
Comparison of motor ability between the two groups after surgery
| PENG group, n = 29 | FICB group, n = 28 | P value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quadriceps muscle strength (kg) | |||
| Healthy side | 8.9 ± 1.1 | 9.1 ± 0.9 | 0.422 |
| Affected side 24 h postoperatively | 8.6 ± 0.9b | 8.2 ± 0.7 a | < 0.001 |
| Affected side 48 h postoperatively | 8.7 ± 0.8b | 8.5 ± 0.5 a | < 0.001 |
| Time of initial ambulation after surgery (hours) | 11.3 ± 2.3b | 18.7 ± 1.5 | < 0.001 |
Data are presented as mean ± SD. a Denotes statistical significance compared to the quadriceps muscle strength of the healthy side within the group. b Denotes statistical significance between the groups. PENG group, continuous pericapsular nerve group block; FICB group, continuous fascia iliac compartment block