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Maheshkumar Baladaniya1, Shraddha Baldania2, T Kiran Kumar Reddy3
1Department of Physical Therapy, Neighborhood Physical Therapy PC, NY, USA.
Abstract:
Knee osteoarthritis and related musculoskeletal conditions significantly impact mobility and independence in older adults. This prospective case series evaluated a 12-week structured physiotherapy program in five elderly women with diverse knee impairments. The program included six weeks of supervised rehabilitation followed by six weeks of home-based exercises. Key outcomes assessed were pain (VAS), quadriceps strength, active range of motion (AROM), ambulation, and balance (Tinetti score). All participants showed functional improvements across multiple domains, including reduced pain, increased strength, improved mobility, and enhanced balance. These findings support the role of structured physiotherapy in managing geriatric knee conditions.
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