Effectiveness of the exercise in groups in patients with osteoarthritis: pilot quasi-experimental study

Authors

  • Wouber Hérickson de Brito Vieira UFRN
  • Ingrid Ferreira de Lima
  • Flávio Emanoel Souza de Melo
  • Iria Lúcia Duarte Pinheiro
  • Renato Guilherme Trede Filho UFVJM
  • Bento João da Graça Azevedo Abreu UFRN

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5585/conssaude.v11n3.3742

Keywords:

Chronic pain, Exercise, Osteoarthritis, Physical therapy modalities, Quality of life.

Abstract

Introduction: Osteoarthritis is the most prevalent chronic disease that affects the musculoskeletal system. Group exercise program provides mutual support, exchange of experiences and optimize pain control. Objectives: To investigate the effect of physical therapy intervention group on pain and quality of life of patients with chronic pain due to osteoarthritis. Methods: Ten volunteers were evaluated for pain and quality of life before and after intervention. It consisted of group exercise sessions twice a week for eight weeks. Results: There was a significative difference in average scores for physical functioning, physical role, body pain, vitality, social functioning, emotional role and mental health when comparing patients during pre and post-intervention. Conclusion: Exercise therapy group reduced levels of pain perception and promoted a positive impact on quality of life.

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Author Biography

Wouber Hérickson de Brito Vieira, UFRN

Wouber Hérickson de Brito Vieira1

Published

2012-09-26

How to Cite

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Vieira WH de B, Lima IF de, Melo FES de, Pinheiro ILD, Trede Filho RG, Abreu BJ da GA. Effectiveness of the exercise in groups in patients with osteoarthritis: pilot quasi-experimental study. Cons. Saúde [Internet]. 2012 Sep. 26 [cited 2024 Jul. 2];11(3):391-400. Available from: https://periodicos.uninove.br/saude/article/view/3742

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Applied Sciences