SHAMA INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES (PHYSIOTHERAPY) , managed by THE GSWT , DANILIMDA , AHMEDABAD .

Описание: On the Occasion of World Osteoarthritis Day, We Physiotherapy Staff from SHAMA INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES, Danilimda, Ahmedabad want to acknowledge you all about IMPORTANCE OF PHYSIOTHERAPY for Pre operative and Post operative case of Osteoarthritis .
Osteoarthritis (OA)
We all know that Knee joint is most commonly affected by arthritis, Knee pain is the most common symptom of osteoarthritis, making it painful for you to jog, run, climb stairs or kneel. It can also make your knees feel stiff or swollen. Over time, osteoarthritis of the knee can change shape of your knee joint, making your joint feel unstable.
Total Knee Replacement (TKR)
When osteoarthritis is not cured by conventional treatment and physical therapy then total knee replacement operation takes place, Total Knee replacement (TKR) treats damaged knee joints by using metal or plastic implants. It’s a common procedure that’s very effective at reducing pain and stiffness from injury or arthritis. After knee replacement and recovery, you can get back to everyday tasks and activities you enjoy.
After TKR surgery PHYSICAL THERAPY is needed to recover from the swelling, pain and stiffness.
1. CONVENTIONAL TREATMENT
• By taking pain medications for getting relief from pain and swelling.


2. PHYSIOTHERAPY BY CHOOSING
• ELECTROTHERAPY : Ice pack, electrical modalities: Interferential Therapy, Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, Ultrasound etc .


• EXERCISETHERAPY : Q-Drills, Knee bending, Heel press and Gait Training.
Maintaining a healthy weight and wear a knee brace. And using orthotics such as
insoles or special footwear for prevention.


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