COMPREHENSIVE REHABILITATION FOR KNEE JOINT CONTRACTURES: MODERN TRENDS AND EFFECTIVENESS
Keywords:
knee joint contracture, rehabilitation, range of motion restoration, mechanotherapy, physiotherapy, therapeutic exercise, massage.Abstract
Knee joint contractures are among the most common and clinically significant complications following traumatic injuries, surgical interventions, and inflammatory disorders of the musculoskeletal system. This article provides an analytical review of current rehabilitation strategies for patients with this condition. The pathogenetic mechanisms underlying contracture development, the main stages of the recovery process, and the effectiveness of various physiotherapeutic, kinesiotherapeutic, and manual techniques are discussed. Particular emphasis is placed on a comprehensive rehabilitation program that includes early mobilization, individualized exercise prescription, and the use of modern rehabilitation technologies. Publications from both domestic and international sources over the past five years were analyzed. The importance of multidisciplinary collaboration among rehabilitation physicians, orthopedic specialists, and physiotherapists is highlighted.
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