ArticleBMC musculoskeletal disorders2023
Knee osteoarthritis patient perspectives of their care in an australian private physiotherapy setting: a qualitative exploratory interview study.
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- FREquency of strength home exercises for knee osteoarthritis pain: Protocol for the FRESH non-inferiority randomised controlled trial.Osteoarthritis and cartilage open · 2026Article
- The How and Why of Exercise Prescription. Patients' Experience of Prescribed Exercise in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy.Journal of evaluation in clinical practice · 2026Article
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- MULTIple or ONE home strengthening exercise(s) for knee osteoarthritis: Protocol for the MULTI-ONE randomised controlled trial.Osteoarthritis and cartilage open · 2026Article
- Voices from the clinic: a qualitative analysis of physiotherapy strategies in musculoskeletal care for knee osteoarthritis patients.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2025Article
- Difficulties Experienced by Patients with Knee Osteoarthritis during the Conservative Treatment Process: A Qualitative Study.Journal of clinical medicine · 2023Article
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Abstract
purposeThis study aimed to understand perceptions that knee osteoarthritis patients have regarding their experiences of guideline-based recommendations within their care received from physiotherapists in private practice.
methodsA qualitative semi-structured interview study nested within a larger trial auditing care provided by physiotherapists. Recruited adults ≥ 45 years with knee osteoarthritis across nine primary care physiotherapy practices. Interview questions were anchored around the core elements recommended in guidelines for the management of knee osteoarthritis and patient perceptions of these were analysed using both content and thematic qualitative analysis approaches. Patient satisfaction with care received was asked at the time of interview.
resultsTwenty-six patients volunteered for the study (mean 60 years, 58% female). Analysis identified that physiotherapists focused on treating symptoms through quadriceps strengthening exercises, which patients found to be effective, though focussed less on other aspects of evidenced-based care. Patient's perceived treatment to be effective in relieving pain and enabling them to stay active and they appreciated the positive role that their physiotherapist provided in alleviating their concerns. Overall, patients were satisfied with their physiotherapy care but would have liked more specific osteoarthritis education and longer-term management.
conclusionThe description of the physiotherapy-related care received by people with knee osteoarthritis aligns with guideline recommendations, though mainly for strength-related exercise prescription. Despite some perceived shortfalls in care, patients do appear to be satisfied. However, improvements in patient outcomes may be possible if more elements of guideline-base care are regularly provided, including enhancing osteoarthritis education and fostering behaviour change.
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