Effectiveness of motor imagery for improving functional performance after total knee arthroplasty: a systematic review with meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The aim of this study was to appraise the effects of motor imagery on the functional performance improvement among total knee arthroplasty patients systematically. We hypothesized a relatively greater recovery in the motor imagery group.

Methods

Medline (Ovid), Embase and Cochrane Controlled Register of Trials (CENTRAL) were searched from inception to October 1st, 2021. We included randomized controlled trials evaluating the effects of motor imagery on the functional recovery among total knee arthroplasty patients. Measurements included range of motion, strength intensity, Visual Analogue Scale, Time Up and Go Test, Oxford Knee Score, Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index, all of which were evaluated before and after intervention. Mean dif

SUBMITTER: Li R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8811995 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature