Does a weight-training exercise programme given to patients four or more years after total knee arthroplasty improve mobility: A randomized controlled trial

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ÜNVER B., Bakirhan S., Karatosun V. A.

ARCHIVES OF GERONTOLOGY AND GERIATRICS, vol.64, pp.45-50, 2016 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)

• Publication Type: Article / Article
• Volume: 64
• Publication Date: 2016
• Doi Number: 10.1016/j.archger.2016.01.003
• Journal Name: ARCHIVES OF GERONTOLOGY AND GERIATRICS
• Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
• Page Numbers: pp.45-50
• Keywords: Arthroplasty, Knee, Exercises, Late phase, Physical therapy, Rehabilitation, Mobility, Function
• Dokuz Eylül University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Aim: To investigate the effects of the home exercise therapy performed after at least four years postoperatively on skeletal muscle strength and functionality in patients with total knee arthroplasty (TKA).