Am J Phys Med Rehabil. 2015 Mar;94(3):192-200. doi: 10.1097/PHM.0000000000000148. Hwi-young Cho 1, Eun-Hye Kim, Junesun Kim, Young Wook Yoon PMID: 25706053 DOI: 10.1097/PHM.0000000000000148 Abstract Objective: This study investigated the short-term effects of Kinesio taping (KT) on various types of pain, active range of motion (AROM), and proprioception in patients with knee osteoarthritis. Design: Forty-six older […]
3/6/15 by Wayne Kuznar Action Points Note that this observational study of patients with knee osteoarthritis found that sedentary behavior, independent of exercise, contributed to worse physical function. Be aware that the causal path may involve worse physical function leading to sedentary behavior, rather than the other way around. Being sedentary worsens physical function in […]
02.16.2015 Action Points Note that this randomized trial of hyaluronic acid versus betamethasone, injections for knee osteoarthritis demonstrated that effects at 1 year were superior in the hyaluronic acid arm. Be aware that significant differences in BMI between the groups leads to some concern about randomization quality. Intra-articular injections of both hyaluronic acid and steroids […]
Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise 02/12/2015 Koli J, et al. – Progressively implemented high–impact and intensive exercise created enough stimuli and had favorable effects both on patellar cartilage quality and physical function in postmenopausal women with mild knee OA. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2015 Feb 9. [Epub ahead of print] Effect of […]
By Lindsay Carlton Published February 08, 2015 FoxNews.com Watch the latest video at video.foxnews.com Whether you’re an athlete or a white-collar worker, most Americans have suffered minor to severe knee pain at some point, especially as they age— even everyday wear and tear can damage a healthy set of knees.” According to the Centers for […]
02/05/2015 Beer and wine consumption and risk of knee or hip osteoarthritis: a case control study Stella G Muthuri Arthritis Research & Therapy 2015, 17:23 doi:10.1186/s13075-015-0534-4 Abstract Introduction The aim of this study was to investigate the association between alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and knee or hip osteoarthritis (OA). Methods We conducted a case–control study […]
— A new meta-analysis examines hyaluronic acid for treating knee OA. by Hilda Bastian February 3, 2015 Is hyaluronic acid (HA) just an expensive placebo treatment with adverse effects? Or can HA injections into knees damaged by osteoarthritis improve lubrication and shock absorption? Whatever your position has been — for, against, or on the fence […]
Am J Phys Med Rehabil 2015 Jan;94(1):70-81. doi: 10.1097/PHM.0000000000000143. Paula Regina M S Serrão Abstract Objective: Quadriceps muscle weakness is common in knee osteoarthritis (OA). Reasons for weakness may include atrophy, reduction in the muscle fibers number, and changes in the muscle activation. It is uncertain when these muscular changes begin to appear. Therefore, the […]
January 14, 2015 Annals of Internal Medicine TAKE-HOME MESSAGE In this meta-analysis, researchers assessed 137 studies to determine the efficacy of treatments for knee osteoarthritis. Hyaluronic acid was considered the most effective for pain control, and acetaminophen was considered the least effective. Intra-articular corticosteroids did not improve function when compared with placebo, and none of […]
J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2015 Jan;38(1):1-21.e2. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2014.10.002. Epub 2014 Nov 20. Manual and manipulative therapy in addition to rehabilitation for osteoarthritis of the knee: assessor-blind randomized pilot trial. Dwyer L1, Parkin-Smith GF2, Brantingham JW3, Korporaal C4, Cassa TK5, Globe G6, Bonnefin D7, Tong V8. Author information Abstract OBJECTIVES: The purpose of this study was to examine the methodological integrity, sample size requirements, […]
Clin J Sport Med. 2015 Jan 14. [Epub ahead of print] Efficacy of Hip Strengthening Exercises Compared With Leg Strengthening Exercises on Knee Pain, Function, and Quality of Life in Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis. Lun V1, Marsh A, Bray R, Lindsay D, Wiley P. Author information Abstract OBJECTIVE:: The purpose of this study was to […]
JANUARY 23, 2014 BY CHIROTRUST The Potential Viability of Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids as an Anti-Inflammatory Agent We are going to deviate from the mechanical discussions of joint pain treatment. Usual topics such as physiotherapy, stretching, manipulation, etc… and instead we’re going to discuss what looks to be aremarkably inexpensive yet potentially valuable tool in […]
Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2015 Jan 9;1:CD004376. [Epub ahead of print] Exercise for osteoarthritis of the knee. Fransen M1, McConnell S, Harmer AR, Van der Esch M, Simic M, Bennell KL. Abstract BACKGROUND: Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a major public health issue because it causes chronic pain, reduces physical function and diminishes quality of life. […]
Ricki Lewis, PhD January 07, 2015 Despite the prevalence of knee osteoarthritis (OA), few studies compare treatments head-to-head. Now, a network meta-analysis compares 137 reports on the effectiveness of such treatments and reveals that acetaminophen, the most widely used over-the-counter treatment, does not provide a clinically significant reduction in pain. “Except for celecoxib, all active interventions were […]
Vangsness C. J Bone Joint Surg. 2014;doi: 10.2106/JBJS.M.00058 January 24, 2014 Results of a randomized, double-blind controlled study in the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery supported the use of human mesenchymal stem cell for meniscal regeneration and the control of knee pain. “There was evidence of meniscus regeneration and improvement in knee pain following […]
Other factors include female gender, previous knee injury, age, and presence of hand OA. Familiar risk factors for knee osteoarthritis (OA) in individuals 50 years and older — high body mass index (BMI), previous knee injury, age, female sex, and the presence of hand OA — were confirmed as the condition’s top drivers in a […]
by Wayne Kuznar Contributing Writer, MedPage Today Circulating leptin was linked to knee cartilage thinning in adults after adjusting for body mass index and other factors, and may potentially explain the association between obesity and cartilage thickness. Over 2.7 years, baseline levels of leptin and changes in leptin over time were negatively associated with changes […]