International Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Open Access
ISSN: 2329-9096
ISSN: 2329-9096
Taofik Oluwasegun Afolabi
Iwo
Nigeria
Research Article
Pattern of Physical Activity Level, Pain Intensity, Range of Motion and Physical Function among Older Patients with Knee Osteoarthritis
Author(s): Ayodeji Ayodele Fabunmi, Taofik Oluwasegun Afolabi and Timileyin Segun AgboolaAyodeji Ayodele Fabunmi, Taofik Oluwasegun Afolabi and Timileyin Segun Agboola
Introduction: Osteoarthritis is a chronic degenerative joint disease which is common among middle aged and elderly persons, it is a common chronic condition resulting in pain, fatigue and functional limitation, and it is the leading cause of disability affecting population older than 60 years. Despite available therapies to patients with osteoarthritis, persistent pain and joint stiffness remains a daily experience. The purpose of this study was to assess the pattern of physical activity level, pain intensity, range of motion and physical function among older patients with knee osteoarthritis in Ibadan.
Materials and method: The physical activity level was assessed using the International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form (IPAQ) short form questionnaire, the active range of motion was assessed using a universal goniometer, pain intens.. Read More»