Effects of proprioceptive circuit exercise on knee joint pain and muscle function in patients with knee osteoarthritis

[Purpose] This study applied proprioceptive circuit exercise to patients with degenerative knee osteoarthritis and examined its effects on knee joint muscle function and the level of pain. [Subjects] In this study, 14 patients with knee osteoarthritis in two groups, a proprioceptive circuit exercise...

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Published in:Journal of Physical Therapy Science 2015, Vol.27(8), pp.2439-2441
Main Authors: Ju, Sung-Bum, Park, Gi Duck, Kim, Sang-Soo
Format: Article
Language:English
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Muscle function
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Pain
Proprioceptive circuit exercise
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Summary:[Purpose] This study applied proprioceptive circuit exercise to patients with degenerative knee osteoarthritis and examined its effects on knee joint muscle function and the level of pain. [Subjects] In this study, 14 patients with knee osteoarthritis in two groups, a proprioceptive circuit exercise group (n = 7) and control group (n = 7), were examined. [Methods] IsoMed 2000 (D&R Ferstl GmbH, Hemau, Germany) was used to assess knee joint muscle function, and a Visual Analog Scale was used to measure pain level. [Results] In the proprioceptive circuit exercise group, knee joint muscle function and pain levels improved significantly, whereas in the control group, no significant improvement was observed. [Conclusion] A proprioceptive circuit exercise may be an effective way to strengthen knee joint muscle function and reduce pain in patients with knee osteoarthritis.
ISSN:0915-5287
2187-5626
DOI:10.1589/jpts.27.2439