| EFFECTS OF A SIX-WEEK MCKENZIE KNEE AND HIP EXERCISE PROGRAM ON PAIN, FUNCTIONAL PERFORMANCE, AND QUALITY OF LIFE IN ELDERLY WOMEN WITH KNEE OSTEOARTHRITIS |
| Paper ID : 1547-SPORTCONGRESS |
| Authors |
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naghmeh ashouri *, Azar Aghayari Payame Noor University - South Tehran Branch |
| Abstract |
| Introduction: Knee osteoarthritis (KOA) is a prevalent degenerative disorder. Exercise therapy is a most effective non-pharmacological intervention for improving physical function and reducing symptoms. The McKenzie method, which emphasizes posture correction and self-directed rehabilitation, provides a simple, cost-effective, and evidence-based approach. This study determined the effects of a daily six-week McKenzie knee and hip exercise program on pain, function, and quality of life (QoL) in elderly women with KOA. Methods: This study followed a pretest–posttest control design. Thirty-two elderly women with KOA were randomly assigned to intervention (n=16) and control (n=16) groups. The intervention performed McKenzie exercises daily for six weeks (adjusted from six to two times/day). Pain was assessed using the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS). Function was evaluated via the Timed Up and Go (TUG) and 30-Second Chair Stand (CS) tests. QoL was measured using Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS) and SF-36. Data used paired t-tests and ANCOVA of p ≤ 0.05 . Results: The analysis showed superior effects of the McKenzie program over the control group across all variables, with significant improvements found in pain (VAS), functional performance (TUG time and CS repetitions), and quality of life (KOOS and SF-36 scores) in the intervention group (p ≤ 0.001) for all parameters). No significant changes occurred in controls. Conclusion: A daily six-week McKenzie exercise program significantly reduced pain and improved functional performance and QoL in elderly women with KOA. This program is an effective rehabilitation strategy. |
| Keywords |
| Elderly, Knee Osteoarthritis, McKenzie Exercises, Functional Performance, Quality of Life, SF-36 |
| Status: Abstract Accepted (Poster Presentation) |
