Safety and efficacy of a self-induced myofascial release protocol using a foam roller in patients with haemophilic knee arthropathy.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Haemophilic knee arthropathy presents functional and structural alterations and chronic pain. Self-induced myofascial release aims to treat fascial restrictions and improve functionality.

Aim

This study investigated the safety and effectiveness of a self-induced myofascial release protocol in patients with haemophilic knee arthropathy.

Methods

Twenty-five patients with bilateral haemophilic knee arthropathy were recruited (n = 50 knees). The patients followed an intervention protocol, with daily exercises for 8 weeks. The dependent variables were: safety of the technique (periodic telephone monitoring), joint state (Haemophilia Joint Health Score), pain intensity (visual analogue scale), pressure pain threshold (pressure dynamometer), range of motion (unive

SUBMITTER: Perez-Llanes R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9303237 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature