Impacto dos exercícios de fortalecimento na redução da dor e melhora da capacidade funcional em indivíduos com osteoartrite de joelho: uma revisão da literatura

Abstract

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a joint disease predominantly found in the elderly population, especially in the knee joint. OA treatments aim to reduce pain and improve functional capacity. Among the conservative treatments indicated, a physiotherapy has been constantly recommended. Objective: The objective of this literature review was to investigate the efficacy of physical exercises in reducing pain and improving function in individuals with knee OA. Methodology: For the accomplishment of the present work a search in the database was made: PubMed and Scielo, referring to the publications between the years of 2009 to 2017. At the end of the searches, seven articles were selected to support the present study. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION: Most of the articles selected are controlled clinical trials investigating the efficacy of the strengthening exercise in individuals with knee OA, analyzing the effects of such strengthening on aspects such as pain and functional capacity. The use of strengthening exercises are fundamental in reducing pain and improving function in individuals with knee osteoarthritis, promoting greater independence and quality of life. Other studies designed with longer follow up are necessary to verify the effectiveness of physical exercises over time in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee.