"Exercise and Therapy Boost Knee Pain Relief in Osteoarthritis Patients"

Mass General Brigham researchers found that a combination of home exercise and Physical therapy significantly alleviates knee pain in patients with Osteoarthritis and Meniscus tears, enhancing pain management strategies.

• A clinical trial conducted by Mass General Brigham revealed that all participants suffering from Osteoarthritis and Meniscus (anatomy) tears experienced improvement in knee pain.
• Participants who engaged in a home exercise program alongside standard or sham Physical therapy reported slightly greater pain relief compared to those only doing home exercises.
• Brigham and Womens Hospital contributed to the research published in The New England Journal of Medicine, indicating the effectiveness of combined treatment approaches in managing knee pain.