Conclusion
knee osteoarthritis, pain
KNEE OSTEOARTHRITIS
This study indicated those with knee osteoarthritis benefited from both the IASTM technique and PNF stretching, resulting in increased hamstring flexibility, decreased pain, and enhanced general health. The IASTM technique, however, showed potential benefits over PNF stretching in terms of flexibility, pain relief, and general health enhancement. These benefits could be attributed to the IASTM technique’s improved hamstring flexibility. Multicentered future studies are recommended on the bases of BMI, gender differences as well as retention effects of the intervention.