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Therapeutic ultrasound is a safe and effective treatment for knee osteoarthritis
January 2017
Therapeutic ultrasound is a safe and effective treatment for knee osteoarthritis
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Effects of therapeutic ultrasound on pain, physical functions and safety outcomes in patients with knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Clin Rehabil. 2016 Oct;30(10):960-971. Epub 2015 Oct 8.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
Ten randomized controlled trials (645 patients) were included in this meta-analysis to determine the effect of therapeutic ultrasound in the management of knee osteoarthritis when compared to sham or no-intervention. The pooled results of this meta-analysis indicated that therapeutic ultrasound significantly reduced pain and improved function compared to sham treatment. Additionally, few adverse e...
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