Classical massage with elements of deep massage and therapeutic ultrasound in treatment of knee osteoarthritis (a pilot study)
Journal Title: Issues of Rehabilitation, Orthopaedics, Neurophysiology and Sport Promotion-IRONS - Year 2013, Vol 2, Issue 2
Abstract
Introduction. Knee osteoarthritis (KOA) is a common form of osteoarthritis. The problems caused by KOA are pain, restriction of functional activities and an impact on quality of life. Aim. The authors studied the efficacy of massages and therapeutic ultrasound in patients with KOA having Kellgren and Lawrence scale grade 3. patients and methods. Thirty patients (9 males and 21 females) mean age 67±7.9 years, disease duration <5 years and from 5 to 10 years, mean BMI 30,09. Classical massage with elements of deep massage of knee joints and therapeutic ultrasound have been used. Pain intensity, function of knee joints and general health before and after treatment – were recorded using VAS and WOMAC scales. Results. Statistically significant improvements with regard to pain, function and general health were observed. Conclusion. The use of massages and therapeutic ultrasound in treatment of knee osteoarthritis should be encouraged.
Authors and Affiliations
Irena Zimmermann-Górska, Mirosława Bonikowska-Zgaińska, Magdalena Bandurska, Lucyna Krzyżańska, Ignacy Frajher, Marzena Stróżyk, Mieczysława Koperska
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