New exercise method may speed up knee replacement recovery

NCT ID NCT05999864

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether a specific exercise program called proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) helps people recover better after total knee replacement surgery compared to usual care. Fifty patients aged 60 and older who were 6 weeks post-surgery took part. The researchers measured pain, balance, function, and fear of movement over 8 weeks to see if the PNF group improved more.

What this could mean

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Active substance: proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) exercise program
What this could lead to: If this exercise program works better than usual care, it could become a standard rehab option to help people recover faster and with less pain after knee replacement surgery.
What could go wrong: This is a small, single-center study with only 50 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The exercises require supervision and may not be practical for all patients.

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KNEE ARTHROPLASTY

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Muğla

Muğla, Turkey (Türkiye)

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