Monochromatic Infrared Photo Energy in Patients with Knee Osteoarthritis

Tarek A. Anmar, PT, PhD

Bull. Fac. Ph.Th.Cairo Univ., Vol. 15, No. (2) Jul. 2010

Study Summary

The 40 patients who qualified for this study were diagnosed with chronic knee pain and osteoarthritis. 20 patients received Anodyne, physical therapy and home exercise. The other 20 patients received hot pack, ultrasound, physical therapy and home exercise. Both groups of patients received 12 total treatments.

Results

Patients receiving Anodyne (as described in the study) experienced knee pain relief, including :

57% reduction in their knee pain

36% improvement in the 6 minute walk test

51% improvement in the Lower Extremity Functional Index

All measured results in the patients receiving Anodyne were significantly better than those receiving the alternative treatment