THE EFFICACY OF COMPREHENSIVE TREATMENT FOR RESTORING KNEE MOBILITY FOLLOWING VARIOUS INJURIES

Abstract

Aim. This comparative study aims to evaluate the efficacy of various rehabilitation methods for patients with knee joint injuries. Materials and Methods. A total of 100 outpatient medical records of patients aged 35–45 years with various knee joint injuries, including trauma and Grade 1–2 osteoarthritis, were reviewed. The patients were divided into two groups: Group I received pharmacological treatment only, while Group II underwent a comprehensive treatment regimen. Statistical analysis was performed using Student’s t-test. Normality testing was conducted both visually and with the Shapiro–Wilk test. Results. Comprehensive treatment led to a significantly greater increase in knee joint mobility (+28° vs. +20° in the medication-only group, p = 0.00012). Post-treatment, mobility limitations persisted in 45% of patients overall; however, this rate was half in the comprehensive therapy group compared to the medication group. Pain decreased by 45%, and joint function improved by 60%. These findings confirm the superiority of the comprehensive rehabilitation approach. Conclusions. The comprehensive approach resulted in greater reductions in pain and knee joint mobility limitations compared to patients who received drug treatment alone.