Effects of transcranial direct current stimulation on pain and physical function in patients with knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Keen Osteoarthritis (KOA) is a common chronic disabling disease characterized by joint pain and dysfunction, which seriously affects patients' quality of life. Recent studies have shown that transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) was a promising treatment for KOA.

Purpose

Investigate the effects of tDCS on pain and physical function in patients with KOA.

Methods

Randomized controlled trials related to tDCS and KOA were systematically searched in the PubMed, Embase, Medline, Cochrane Library, CINHL, and Web of Science databases from inception to July 23, 2024. The pain intensity was evaluated using the visual analog scale or the numeric rating scale, and the pain sensitivity was assessed using conditioned pain modulation, pressure pain threshold, hea

SUBMITTER: Wu YL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11370230 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature