The Efficacy of Transcutaneous Pulsed Radiofrequency Acupuncture for Knee Osteoarthritis

Summary

Efficacy of transcutaneous acupoint pulsed radiofrequency with rehabilitation for knee osteoarthritis.

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age from 45 to 85 year-old with knee pain for more than six months
* Fulfill the combined clinical and radiographic criteria of knee OA established by the American College of Rheumatology with a Kellgren and Lawrence score of 2 or greater
* Pain score above 3 (range 0-10 on the visual analog scale; higher scores indicate greater pain
* Could participate in 4 weeks of treatment and 3 months of follow-up

Exclusion Criteria:

* Knee OA combined with any infection, inflammation, autoimmune disease, or fracture
* History or underlying disease that would affect posture and balance, such as malignancy, dizziness, vertigo, or stroke
* Ever underwent any type of knee operation or internal fixation
* Pregnant or planning to become pregnant
* Receiving other treatment for knee OA in previous 3 months
* History of epilepsy, electronic devices implanted in the body
* Active infection at the stimulator contact site
* Lack of informed consent
* Any other reason thought likely to result in inability to complete the trial

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