Estudio comparativo de la aplicación de los ejercicios isométricos y la parafina versus el tratamiento conservador en pacientes con gonartrosis.

Abstract

Gonarthrosis, a degenerative disease characterized by various disturbances in the knee joint. Objective: To compare the benefits of isometric exercises and paraffin vs conservative treatment in patients with gonarthrosis, attending the José María - Redima Center. Methodology: Prospective, quasi-experimental experimental design, longitudinal section, quantitative approach, correlational and explanatory scope. Results: It shows 50 patients; 76% the female sex, from 70 to 80 years 42%. At Analogous Pain Scale, experimental group (GE), at post evaluation, 22% without pain; control group (GC) 14%. Joint range of knee flexion at final evaluation by 26% between 121 to 130º and GC, maintained the same range. To the knee extension, GE 24% the left and right 18%; GC, the same range for both lower limbs with 16%. Strength in quadriceps, grade 5 in GE, 14% the left and 16% the right; GC, 2% left and 0% right. Conclusion: The application of paraffin and isometric exercises at 12 sessions, provided better results in reducing pain, increasing joint range and muscle strength compared to conservative treatment.