Educational Significance of Therapeutic Exercise in the Functional Recovery of Patients with Knee Osteoarthritis: A Multidimensional Perspective

Constantin Pehoiu (), Andra Georgiana Lefter-Pehoiu (), Niculae Dumitru Cristea (), Florian-Cristian Savu (), Gabriela Monica Ionescu () and Bianca Ferrario ()
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Constantin Pehoiu: Professor PhD, Faculty of Humanities, “Valahia†University of Targoviste, Romania
Andra Georgiana Lefter-Pehoiu: Faculty of Humanities, "Valahia†University of Targoviste, Romania; Centre for the Study of Environment, Habitat and Leisure Activities, Romania
Niculae Dumitru Cristea: Faculty of Humanities, †Valahia†University of Targoviste, Romania
Florian-Cristian Savu: Faculty of Humanities, †Valahia†University of Targoviste, Romania
Gabriela Monica Ionescu: Faculty of Humanities, †Valahia†University of Targoviste, Romania
Bianca Ferrario: Faculty of Humanities, †Valahia†University of Targoviste, Romania

Revista romaneasca pentru educatie multidimensionala - Journal for Multidimensional Education, 2025, vol. 17, issue 2, 682-711

Abstract: Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a prevalent degenerative joint disorder significantly affecting mobility, functional independence, and quality of life, particularly in older adults. This study investigated the role of therapeutic physical exercise, integrated with pharmacological treatment, in restoring joint mobility and reducing pain and stiffness in patients diagnosed with knee OA. A two-year intervention involving 52 participants was conducted, comparing a control group undergoing pharmacological treatment alone with an experimental group following a combined rehabilitation program. Functional outcomes were assessed using goniometric measurements and the WOMAC scale. Results demonstrated statistically significant improvements in the experimental group across all indicators-flexion amplitude, extension deficit, pain, stiffness, and functional status-validating the efficacy of therapeutic exercise. Moreover, educational strategies enhanced treatment adherence and outcomes. The study highlights the international relevance of integrating exercise and patient education in OA management and proposes a replicable, evidence- based model for rehabilitation programs.

Keywords: knee osteoarthritis; therapeutic exercise; joint mobility; patient education; physical therapy. (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.18662/rrem/17.2/1001

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