Effects of Instability Resistance Training on Balance and Physical Function in Patients with Chronic Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Clinical Trial
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.48047/t7gbbb61Keywords:
Instability resistance training; Chronic knee osteoarthritis; Static balance; Dynamic balanceAbstract
Background: Chronic knee osteoarthritis (OA) impairs balance and physical function, increasing fall risk
and reducing quality of life. This study examined the effects of instability resistance training (IRT) on
balance, fall risk, physical performance, and the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities
Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC) in patients with chronic knee OA.
Methods: This randomized clinical trial included 42 patients with Grade II or III unilateral knee OA.
Patients were randomly assigned to either an IRT group, performing exercises on unstable surfaces, or a
traditional exercise group focused on stretching and strengthening. Both groups participated in 12 therapy
sessions over four weeks.
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