ArticleBMC geriatrics2019
Design of an Underwater Treadmill System for rehabilitation of older obese adults: a pre-post study.
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backgroundPatients with knee osteoarthritis (OA) who are obese have problems performing land-based exercises. The reduced joint stress associated with aquatic exercise may benefit these patients. This study aimed to develop an underwater treadmill (UTM) machine that is affordable and suitable for use in developing countries, and to evaluate its efficacy in decreasing pain and increasing functional improvement.
methodsClinical testing of the UTM machine was performed in an outpatient setting at Siriraj Hospital during January-June 2017. Patients with knee OA, aged 50-85 years, numerical rating scale (NRS) ≥5/10, and body mass index (BMI) ≥25 kg/m
resultsThe UTM was constructed with safety, ergonomically designed and user-friendly control panel with push button for emergency stopping. Thirty patients were included for clinical testing. The mean age was 62.8 years, and almost all were female. The mean BMI was 28.9 kg/m
conclusions4-week exercise with UTM can significantly improve NRS pain, 6MWD, and QS. UTM could be an alternative treatment for patients with knee OA who are obese due to small size, durability, and ecofriendly design as an exercise modality.
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