GuidelineAnnals of the rheumatic diseases2024
EULAR recommendations for the non-pharmacological core management of hip and knee osteoarthritis: 2023 update.
Guideline in Annals of the rheumatic diseases, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. It is linked to 2 registered trials, which are not on this map. Cited by 188 papers, 14 of them syntheses that pooled it.
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Molecular Signatures of Endocannabinoid Induced Pain Relief in Humans: Lifestyle Interventions, Systemic and Localised Changes
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Who cites it
188 citing papers in PubMed, 14 syntheses or guidelines pooled it, 233 citations in OpenAlex.
- Barriers to and facilitators of maintaining physical activity for people with hip and knee osteoarthritis: a mixed-methods systematic review.Rheumatology international · 2026Pooled it
- Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy in People with Knee Osteoarthritis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania) · 2026Pooled it
- Effectiveness of exercise therapy for osteoarthritis: an overview of systematic reviews and randomised controlled trials.RMD open · 2026Pooled it
- Transcranial direct current stimulation for pain threshold in knee osteoarthritis: a mechanism-oriented systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.Frontiers in physiology · 2026Pooled it
- Exosomes as Cellular Communicators and Therapeutic Agents in Orthopedic Diseases: From Mechanisms to Intervention.International journal of nanomedicine · 2026Pooled it
- Evaluating the effectiveness of preventive training programs in reducing the incidence of knee injuries: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Frontiers in public health · 2026Pooled it
- [2024 American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Clinical Practice Guideline: Management of Osteoarthritis of the Hip (summary) interpretation].Zhongguo xiu fu chong jian wai ke za zhi = Zhongguo xiufu chongjian waike zazhi = Chinese journal of reparative and reconstructive surgery · 2025Guideline
- The Efficacy of Closed Versus Open Kinetic Chain Exercise in Knee Osteoarthritis-A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.Physiotherapy research international : the journal for researchers and clinicians in physical therapy · 2025Pooled it
- Using Computerised Gait Analysis to Assess Changes After Rehabilitation in Knee Osteoarthritis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Gait Speed Improvement.Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania) · 2025Pooled it
- Association Between Prescribed Dosage of Resistance Exercise and Change in Pain and Physical Function in Knee Osteoarthritis: A Systematic Review With Meta-Regression.Musculoskeletal care · 2025Pooled it
- Effect of tele-rehabilitation guided intervention on pain and function in middle-aged and older adult patients with knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Frontiers in public health · 2025Pooled it
- Exercise for osteoarthritis of the knee.The Cochrane database of systematic reviews · 2024Pooled it
- Knee pain improvement after genicular artery embolization for the management of knee osteoarthritis: an updated systematic review and meta-analysis of 21 studies.Radiologie (Heidelberg, Germany) · 2024Pooled it
- Efficacy of Eggshell Membrane in Knee Osteoarthritis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.Nutrients · 2024Pooled it
- The effectiveness of the UniReliever offloading knee brace for treating medial knee osteoarthritis: A randomized clinical trial.Prosthetics and orthotics international · 2026Trial
- Effect of an in-consult patient decision aid on decisional quality and involvement for patients with severe hip or knee osteoarthritis: a multicenter, cluster randomized controlled trial.Acta orthopaedica · 2026Trial
- BABS (Becoming Active in Beating osteoarthritiS): a cluster randomized controlled trial evaluating an information campaign to improve osteoarthritis care and management in Dutch general practices.BMC primary care · 2026Trial
- Effects of Acupuncture-Combined Tuina on Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial.JMIR research protocols · 2026Trial
- Feasibility and Preliminary Effectiveness of a Mobile App-Based Personalized Exercise Program in Older Patients With Chronic Knee Osteoarthritis: Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial.JMIR mHealth and uHealth · 2025Trial
- Adherence to in-person and app-based exercise for patients with hip or knee osteoarthritis; secondary analyses from a randomized controlled trial.Rheumatology international · 2025Trial
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25 authors at 19 institutions in 11 countries.
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Abstract
introductionHip and knee osteoarthritis (OA) are increasingly common with a significant impact on individuals and society. Non-pharmacological treatments are considered essential to reduce pain and improve function and quality of life. EULAR recommendations for the non-pharmacological core management of hip and knee OA were published in 2013. Given the large number of subsequent studies, an update is needed.
methodsThe Standardised Operating Procedures for EULAR recommendations were followed. A multidisciplinary Task Force with 25 members representing 14 European countries was established. The Task Force agreed on an updated search strategy of 11 research questions. The systematic literature review encompassed dates from 1 January 2012 to 27 May 2022. Retrieved evidence was discussed, updated recommendations were formulated, and research and educational agendas were developed.
resultsThe revised recommendations include two overarching principles and eight evidence-based recommendations including (1) an individualised, multicomponent management plan; (2) information, education and self-management; (3) exercise with adequate tailoring of dosage and progression; (4) mode of exercise delivery; (5) maintenance of healthy weight and weight loss; (6) footwear, walking aids and assistive devices; (7) work-related advice and (8) behaviour change techniques to improve lifestyle. The mean level of agreement on the recommendations ranged between 9.2 and 9.8 (0-10 scale, 10=total agreement). The research agenda highlighted areas related to these interventions including adherence, uptake and impact on work.
conclusionsThe 2023 updated recommendations were formulated based on research evidence and expert opinion to guide the optimal management of hip and knee OA.
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