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Yoga, Physiotherapy and Physical Education
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VOL. 9, ISSUE 3 (2024)
Role of selective yoga postures and rope & belt therapy in conservative care of osteoarthritis of knee joint- A non-randomized control trial
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Vineeta Ketkar, Varsha Sarode
Abstract

Introduction: OA knee is most common clinical condition. Most common form of its treatment being Physiotherapy, use of NSAIDs or surgery in severe cases, to reduce pain, stiffness and improve movement. Selective Yoga postures and Rope & Belt Therapy can also be of use in conservative care of OA knee patients because of their scientific basis.

Aim: To study the effect of selective yoga postures and Rope & belt therapy (RBT) in conservative care of OA Knee patients.

Method: 120 participants were divided in two groups of 60 each. Study group was given intervention of Yoga and RBT for 4 wks. Control group was not given any intervention but they were taking pharmacological treatment as prescribed by their Orthopedician.

Results: 4 wks of selective yoga postures and Rope & belt therapy significantly reduced Pain, Stiffness and improved mobility in OA knee patients (P<0.001)

Conclusion: Yoga and Rope & belt therapy could open up new avenues for developing standards for best clinical practices for this patient population.
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Pages:29-33
How to cite this article:
Vineeta Ketkar, Varsha Sarode "Role of selective yoga postures and rope &amp; belt therapy in conservative care of osteoarthritis of knee joint- A non-randomized control trial". International Journal of Yoga, Physiotherapy and Physical Education, Vol 9, Issue 3, 2024, Pages 29-33
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