The efficacy of proprioceptive training in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review
Item
- Title
- The efficacy of proprioceptive training in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review
- Title
- The efficacy of proprioceptive training in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review
- Author(s)
- Devitt Simon
- Abstract
- Objective To establish the efficacy of proprioceptive training in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis (knee OA) and its relevance for osteopathic practice. Methods Systematic computerised and hand literature searches for randomised controlled trials and quasi-randomised controlled trials, and evaluation using methodological quality criteria. Results The ten trials reviewed demonstrated improvements in proprioceptive function, walking velocity, and physical function and a reduction in pain. However, given the heterogeneous nature of the exercises prescribed and the variety of equipment used, it is difficult to establish the effectiveness of proprioceptive training in the treatment of knee OA. Conclusions Despite differences among the subjects, methodologies and types of intervention the inclusion of proprioceptive training is a beneficial component in management interventions for patients with knee OA, but the disparity of the studies does not justify the conclusion that proprioceptive training alone would be an effective treatment. Further research into the development of a standardised measure for proprioceptive function, and evaluation of the effect of varying exercise intensities and frequencies to suit individual patients, may confirm proprioceptive training as a protocol in treating osteoarthritis of the knee.
- Abstract
- Objective To establish the efficacy of proprioceptive training in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis (knee OA) and its relevance for osteopathic practice. Methods Systematic computerised and hand literature searches for randomised controlled trials and quasi-randomised controlled trials, and evaluation using methodological quality criteria. Results The ten trials reviewed demonstrated improvements in proprioceptive function, walking velocity, and physical function and a reduction in pain. However, given the heterogeneous nature of the exercises prescribed and the variety of equipment used, it is difficult to establish the effectiveness of proprioceptive training in the treatment of knee OA. Conclusions Despite differences among the subjects, methodologies and types of intervention the inclusion of proprioceptive training is a beneficial component in management interventions for patients with knee OA, but the disparity of the studies does not justify the conclusion that proprioceptive training alone would be an effective treatment. Further research into the development of a standardised measure for proprioceptive function, and evaluation of the effect of varying exercise intensities and frequencies to suit individual patients, may confirm proprioceptive training as a protocol in treating osteoarthritis of the knee.
- presented at
- British School of Osteopathy
- Date Accepted
- 2011
- Date Submitted
- 3.2.2012 00:00:00
- Type
- osteo_thesis
- Language
- English
- Pub-Identifier
- 15052
- Inst-Identifier
- 780
- Keywords
- Proprioceptive training; Knee osteoarthritis; Systematic review
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- 0
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Devitt Simon, “The efficacy of proprioceptive training in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review”, Osteopathic Research Web, accessed May 14, 2024, https://www.osteopathicresearch.com/s/orw/item/1784