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Consider these exercises for chronic musculoskeletal conditions
Stephen M Carek1, Peter J Carek1
1University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville, USA.
The Journal of Family Practice
|September 15, 2018
Summary
Exercise programs effectively decrease pain and enhance physical function for common musculoskeletal conditions. This includes osteoarthritis, low back pain, shoulder issues, Achilles tendinopathy, and lateral epicondylitis.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Sports Medicine
- Rehabilitation Science
Background:
- Musculoskeletal pain conditions like osteoarthritis and tendinopathies significantly impact quality of life.
- Effective non-pharmacological treatments are crucial for managing chronic pain and functional limitations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of exercise interventions in alleviating pain and improving function.
- To synthesize evidence across various common orthopedic conditions.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review and meta-analysis of exercise studies.
- Inclusion of randomized controlled trials focusing on knee/hip osteoarthritis, chronic low back pain, shoulder pain, Achilles tendinopathy, and lateral epicondylitis.
Main Results:
- Exercise interventions demonstrated significant reductions in pain across all studied conditions.
- Functional improvements were consistently observed following exercise programs.
- Positive outcomes were noted for knee/hip osteoarthritis, chronic low back pain, shoulder pain, Achilles tendinopathy, and lateral epicondylitis.
Conclusions:
- Exercise is a highly effective treatment modality for reducing pain and enhancing function in prevalent musculoskeletal disorders.
- Clinicians should consider prescribing exercise as a primary intervention for patients with these conditions.
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