The use of interference currents, magnetic stimulation, therapeutic massage, robotic biofeedback mechanotherapy and sodium chloride baths in patients with gonarthrosis

Abstract. Purpose of the study: Osteoarthritis of the knee joint is the most common form of osteoarthritis. To date, preformations of physical factors such as ultrasound, laser therapy, electrotherapy, shock wave therapy are widely used for the rehabilitation of this category of patients. The aim was to study the clinical effectiveness of the integrated use of interference currents, magnetic stimulation, therapeutic massage, robotic biofeedback mechanotherapy and sodium chloride baths in patients with gonarthrosis. Materials and methods. The study included 60 patients with gonarthrosis II‑III, who were divided into two groups. Group 1 patients (30 people) received interference currents, magnetic stimulation, therapeutic massage, robotic biofeedback mechanotherapy and sodium chloride baths. Patients of group 2 (30 people) received the above complex without interference currents. Results. After the course intervention, the overall effectiveness averaged 91 % and 79 %, respectively, for the groups. A greater number of cases with significant improvement and improvement were found in patients of group 1. In these subjects, a marked improvement in arteriole tone was found, which contributed to the elimination of venous congestion. Conclusion. Thus, the results obtained indicate that the proposed complex is highly effective pathogenetically justified and it is advisable to use it in patients with GA.