Effect of aquatic exercises on patellofemoral joint dysfunction in middle-aged women with obesity

Akshaya  Vinayak Joshi; Sawani  Aphale; Sandeep  Shinde

Authors

Akshaya Vinayak Joshi Krishna College of Physiotherapy, Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth,Deemed to be University, Karad, Maharashtra, India
Sawani Aphale Krishna College of Physiotherapy, Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth,Deemed to be University, Karad, Maharashtra, India
Sandeep Shinde Krishna College of Physiotherapy, Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth,Deemed to be University,Karad, Maharashtra, India

Keywords:

Aquatic exercises, pain, patellofemoral joint evaluation scale, range of motion

Abstract

Background: The patellofemoral joint, known for its incongruence, is susceptible to dysfunction caused by abnormal pathomechanics, particularly with increased body mass causing excessive stress on knee cartilage, leading to degeneration and dysfunction. Dysfunction results in pain, limited range of motion, and diminished quality of life.

Objectives: This study aimed to determine the effect of aquatic exercises on patellofemoral joint dysfunction in middle-aged women with obesity and compare the effect of aquatic exercises with land-based exercises on patellofemoral joint dysfunction in middle-aged women with obesity.

Methods: In this experimental study, 100 patients with patellofemoral joint dysfunction were divided into groups (land-based exercises) and group (aquatic exercises) B. Pre- and post-test evaluations were conducted in a 6-week treatment period using the paired t-test.

Results: Statistical analysis revealed an extremely significant improvement in both groups, indicating the effectiveness of both exercise interventions. Significant differences in pre- and post-test values were found in both groups, having more improvements in pain, range of motion, and patellofemoral joint evaluation scale in group B than in group A.

Conclusion: Participants engaging in aquatic exercises demonstrated significant improvements, highlighting the efficacy of this intervention.

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