Conservative Physiotherapy for Grade 4 Osteoarthritis Secondary to Genu Varum Deformity: A Case Report
Published: February 1, 2024 | DOI: https://doi.org/10.7860/JCDR/2024/65461.18983
Purva Gulrandhe, Pradhyum Kolhe, Pratik Phansopkar
1. Intern, Department of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, Ravi Nair Physiotherapy College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Sawangi, Wardha, India.
2. BPT Scholar, Department of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, Ravi Nair Physiotherapy College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Sawangi, Wardha, India.
3. Associate Professor and Head, Department of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, Ravi Nair Physiotherapy College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Sawangi, Wardha, India.
Correspondence
Purva Gulrandhe,
Intern, Department of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, Ravi Nair Physiotherapy College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Sawangi, Wardha-442004, Maharashtra, India.
E-mail: purvagulrandhe456@gmail.com
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a prevalent form of degenerative joint disease that primarily affects the knees, leading to a gradual loss of function, severe pain, joint stiffness, and reduced quality of life. Despite its severity, exercise treatment offers promising results and proves beneficial for a wide range of patients. Preoperative rehabilitation for OA patients often involves therapeutic approaches such as exercise treatment, electrotherapy, and manual therapy. The present case revolves around a 58-year-old male diagnosed with OA in both knees, with the presence of genu varum deformity. A personalised preoperative rehabilitation protocol was designed based on his specific symptoms of pain, stiffness, and difficulties in daily activities. The case study highlights the effectiveness of the preoperative physical therapy approach for managing bilateral osteoarthritic knees with genu varum deformity.
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