Penerapan Knee Exercise dalam Menurunkan Nyeri Lutut pada Lansia dengan Osteoartritis di Wisma Grojogan Sewu

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Knee osteoarthritis is a degenerative disorder of the musculoskeletal system commonly experienced by the elderly, characterized by pain, joint stiffness, and reduced mobility, which can affect the patient’s quality of life. One of the recommended non-pharmacological therapies to help alleviate symptoms and improve physical function is knee exercise. This case report aims to describe the implementation of knee exercise as a form of nursing care for older adults with knee osteoarthritis. The method used was a case report on an elderly male patient, aged 64, presenting with knee pain due to osteoarthritis. A knee exercise program was administered for seven consecutive days, once daily, with each session lasting approximately 15–20 minutes. Evaluation was performed using the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) to assess pain intensity and the Timed Up and Go Test (TUGT) to assess the patient’s functional mobility. The results showed improvements in several clinical parameters following the intervention. Pain intensity decreased from an NRS of 5 to an NRS of 4, while functional mobility improved, as indicated by a reduction in TUGT time from 17 seconds to 16 seconds. In addition, the patient appeared more stable when performing the sit-to-stand movement. The conclusion indicates that the implementation of knee exercises can lead to initial improvements in physical mobility among older adults with knee osteoarthritis. These exercises are a simple, safe, and easy-to-implement nonpharmacological therapy as part of nursing care.