A Review Article: The Effect of Manual Therapy and Reflexology in Knee Osteoarthritis

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The Departments of Basic Science*,** and Orthopedic Surgery***, Al Ryada University for Science and Technology*, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University**, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University***

10.21608/mjcu.2025.464229

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Background: Knee osteoarthritis called degenerative joint disease, usually results from progressive deterioration of the log of articular cartilage. The elderly are most likely to experi-ence it. The goal of knee OA treatment is to reduce pain while enhancing function and overall well-being. Foot reflexology improving physical complains of knee osteoarthritis. Manual therapy with movement achieve immediate pain relief. Aim of Study: Is to review the effect of Reflexology and manual therapy for patients with Osteoarthritis knees. Conclusion: Despite the recognized benefits of foot reflex-ology massage andmanual therapy to patients of knee osteoar-thritis on function ability, ROM and pain.There is still insuf-ficient evidence the effect of adding Reflexology to manual therapy that will much better than received reflexology only or that received manual therapy only.

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