Article

Highlight the role of patient education about physical activity and
exercise in the treatment of hip and knee osteoarthritis (OA). METHODS: Systematic literature review from the Cochrane Library, PubMed and Wiley Online
Library databases. A total of 125 items were identified, including 11
recommendations from learned societies interested in OA and 45 randomized
controlled trials addressing treatment education and activity/exercise for the
treatment of hip and knee osteoarthritis.
RESULTS: In the end, 13 randomized
controlled trials and 8 recommendations were reviewed (1b level of evidence).
Based on the analysis, it was clear that education, exercise and weight loss are
the pillars of non-pharmacological treatments. These treatments have proven to be
effective but require changes in patient behaviour that are difficult to obtain.
Exercise and weight loss improve function and reduce pain. Education potentiates
compliance to exercise and weight loss programs, thereby improving their
long-term benefits. Cost efficiency studies have found a reduction in medical
visits and healthcare costs after 12 months because of self-management programs.
CONCLUSION: Among non-surgical treatment options for hip and knee osteoarthritis,
the most recent guidelines focus on non-pharmacological treatment.
Self-management for general physical activity and exercise has a critical role.
Programs must be personalized and adjusted to the patient's phenotype. This
development should help every healthcare professional adapt the care they propose
to each patient. Registration number for the systematic review: CRD42015032346.
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