Table 7

Mean ROM for patients with each osteophyte rating by interval

Osteophyte ratingMean ROM
Preoperatively6 mo12 mo24 mo
None8.6°5.3°4.2°4.7°
Mild7.9°5.3°4.5°4.8°
Moderate5.9°3.9°3.6°4.1°
Severe12.2°5.4°2.9°3.9°