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What is the impact of physiotherapy on range of motion after knee replacement?

In 2016, a randomized controlled trial led by Mohd Shukry Mat Eil Ismail and colleagues has explored the effects of preoperative physiotherapy on patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty (TKA) for primary knee osteoarthritis. While physiotherapy is widely recognized as a critical component of rehabilitation following joint replacement surgeries, the study aimed to assess whether starting physiotherapy before surgery could improve short-term functional outcomes. The trial … Continue reading What is the impact of physiotherapy on range of motion after knee replacement?

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Is self-massage an effective therapy for knee OA symptoms?

Recent research has highlighted the potential benefits of massage therapy in managing symptoms of knee osteoarthritis (OA). This condition, which often involves pain and stiffness, has also been linked to the quadriceps muscles’ role in its development. While there is strong evidence supporting the impact of massage therapy and muscle health on knee OA, the specific application of self-massage on the quadriceps muscle has not … Continue reading Is self-massage an effective therapy for knee OA symptoms?

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How do knee flexion contracture and quadriceps muscle strength affect exercise outcomes in knee osteoarthritis?

In 2013, a study led by Miki Kudo, Kota Watanabe, and colleagues, the effectiveness of therapeutic exercise for knee osteoarthritis (knee OA) was examined, along with factors that might influence outcomes. While exercise therapy is widely recognized as beneficial for knee OA, the impact of treatment delivery methods and other influencing factors remains less understood. This study aims to fill that gap by comparing group … Continue reading How do knee flexion contracture and quadriceps muscle strength affect exercise outcomes in knee osteoarthritis?

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How does aromatherapy impact knee osteoarthritis patients’ quality of life?

In 2021, Hasanpour, et. al., conducted study about Knee osteoarthritis, which is the most prevalent joint disorder, has become a subject of keen interest for non-medical treatment research. In a clinical trial conducted at Imam Ali Hospital’s Physical Therapy Clinic, researchers sought to compare the impact of aromatherapy and massage therapy on knee pain, morning stiffness, daily life function, and overall quality of life in … Continue reading How does aromatherapy impact knee osteoarthritis patients’ quality of life?

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