Active Neurodynamic Technique at Home in Patients with Knee Osteoarthritis: An Open Single Arm Clinical Trial.

ABSTRACT: Background and Objectives: Knee osteoarthritis (KO) stands as the third leading cause of disability among the elderly, causing pain, reduced quality of life, and decreased functionality. The objective of this study is to assess the effects of an active neurodynamic technique programme at home on pain, quality of life, and function among individuals with KO. Materials and Methods: Thirty-five participants (69.7% women) aged ≥50 years with KO (Kellgren-Lawrence grades I-II) performed a femoral nerve mobilization programme at home for 6-8 weeks (20 repetitions per day). Pain intensity, using the numerical rating scale (NRS), pressure pain thresholds (PPTs), central sensitization inventory (CSI), temporal assessment, pain modulation, Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (

SUBMITTER: Serrano-Garcia B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11596390 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature