Abstract
BACKGROUND: Current evidence encourages the use of various therapeutic exercises for patients with knee osteoarthritis (OA), yet little is known on the value or feasibility of plyometric exercise in this population. This study reports the findings of a trial of plyometric exercise in addition to other physical therapy (PT) interventions in this population. CASE DESCRIPTION: Three patients with symptomatic knee OA were enrolled in this study. Plyometric exercises were implemented in addition to other PT interventions. OUTCOMES: Patients were assessed before and after the treatment sessions with performance-based outcomes and patient-reported outcomes. Patients completed plyometric exercises without adverse events. Improvements were observed in several subjective and objective outcomes. DISCUSSION: Plyometric exercises, used as an adjunct to other PT interventions, may support improvements in pain and function for individuals with knee OA. These exercises appear to be safe and may provide benefits regarding patient-reported and performance-based outcomes when supplemented with other rehabilitation interventions. JOSPT Cases 2024;4(2):52-58. Epub 3 April 2024. doi:10.2519/josptcases.2024.0012
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