Restrictions and Contraindications for Exercise Therapy in Patients with Hip and Knee Osteoarthritis: What You Need to Know
There are several restrictions and contraindications that must be considered when prescribing exercise therapy for patients with hip and knee osteoarthritis. First, it is important to understand the patient's overall health status and any comorbidities that may be present. Patients who have significant cardiovascular disease or are at risk for heart attack or stroke should not participate in high-intensity exercise therapy. Additionally, patients with uncontrolled diabetes or who are pregnant should not participate in exercise therapy. Finally, patients who have joint pain that is not controlled with medication should not participate in exercise therapy until their pain is under control. In addition to the above restrictions, there are several contraindications that must be considered when prescribing exercise therapy for patients with hip and knee osteoarthritis. First, patients who have had a recent joint replacement surgery should not participate in high-impact exercise activi...