Restoration of Physical Function in Patients Following Total Knee Replacement: Comparison Between Resistive Strength Training Exercises & Ankle Weights

Restoration of Physical Function in Patients Following Total Knee Replacement: Comparison Between Resistive Strength Training Exercises & Ankle Weights

Techniques used to restore the physical functions in TKR patients

to restore the physical functions in TKR patients by the use of ankle weights and resistance exercises. Total 40 patients were included in this study and two groups had been formulated one as experimental and other as control. 2 sessions were given to each group for 6 weeks.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age of patients above 40 years with total knee arthroplasty
• 4-6 weeks following TKR

Exclusion Criteria:

• Age less than 40 patients
• Concurrent medical disease that could affect the progress (e.g., uncontrolled hypertension, advanced malignancy, decompensated cardiovascular disease.
• Pain score more than 6/10