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KMID : 1211620070020020151
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Journal of the Korean Society of Physical Medicine
2007 Volume.2 No. 2 p.151 ~ p.159
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The Effect of Microcurrent Electrical Stimulation on the Articular Cartilage Recovery in Osteoarthritis
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Bang Hyun-soo
Kang Jong-ho
Cheon Song-hee
Kim Min-Hee
Park Soo-jin
Kim Jin-Sang
Park Rae-Joon
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Abstract
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Purpose : The purpose of the study was to investigate the effect of cold application on knee joint in rats induced by osteoarthritis.
Methods : Osteoarthritis was induced in female Sprague-Dowley rats by injecting into articular cavity of knee joint with 4% Kaolin, 2% carrageenan. Rats were divided randomly into the control and MES applicated group. The Experimental group was applicated MES in rat knee joint for 30 minutes.
Results : Recovery of articular cartilage surface and thickness of articular cartilage increased after MES application. And chondrocytes were distributed widely throughout the cartilage matrix. The physical effects of Microcurrent Electrical Stimulation. Decrease in blood flow. Delay of neurotransmitter velocity Decrease in metabolism activity and inhibit the progress of the infection. Decrease in pain and muscle rigidity, inhibition of circulation
Conclusion : This study shows that MES application affects articular cartilage recovery in osteoarthritis.
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KEYWORD
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Articular cartilage, Microcurrent electrical stimulation, Osteoarthritis
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