Title of article :
Effectiveness of Modified Agility and Perturbation Training In Patients with Osteoarthritis Knee- A Case Control Study
Author/Authors :
Choudhary, Nikhil Dr. S.N. Medical College, Jodhpur Campus, India , Kishor, Awadh Pushpanjali Crosslay Hospital, India
Abstract :
Objectives: To check and compare the effectiveness of modified agility and perturbation training over conventional physical therapy in patients with knee osteoarthritis. Methods: Subjects were screened on the basis of inclusion and exclusion criteria and a total of 50 subjects were recruited for the study. They were randomly divided into Group A and group B with n= 25 each. Results: Group receiving conventional knee exercises with modified agility and perturbation training showed statistically significant results. Discussion: It was found that supplementing rehabilitation programs for people with knee OA with a modified agility and perturbation training program assist them in returning to higher levels of physical activity with less pain and instability following rehabilitation.
Keywords :
Osteoarthritis knee , Modified agility and perturbation training , proprioception , strengthening exercises
Journal title :
Iranian Rehabilitation Journal (IRJ)
Journal title :
Iranian Rehabilitation Journal (IRJ)