Use of services for OA, n (%) | ||
---|---|---|
Services | TJR (n = 107) | No TJR (n = 110) |
Other specialists seen regarding OA | ||
Physiotherapist | 38(35.5) | 33 (30.0) |
Other hospital doctor | 12 (11.2) | 6(5.5) |
Acupuncturist | 12 (11.2) | 11 (10.0) |
Occupational therapist | 9 (8.4) | 6(5.5) |
Rheumatologist | 5 (4.7) | 10(9.1) |
Osteopath | 2(1.9) | 6(5.5) |
Chiropractor | 2(1.9) | 5 (4.5) |
Nurse | 1 (0.9) | 4(3.6) |
Pain clinic specialist | 0 | 1 (0.9) |
Treatments received | ||
Exercise | 33 (30.8) | 40 (36.4) |
Glucosamine | 28(26.2) | 24(21.8) |
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) | 25 (23.4) | 21 (19.1) |
Heat/cold packs | 21 (19.6) | 23 (20.9) |
Relaxation/massage | 17 (15.9) | 13 (11.8) |
Physiotherapy treatments/sessions | 9 (8.4) | 13(11.8) |
Hydrotherapy | 8(7.5) | 2(1.8) |
Complementary therapies | 7(6.5) | 1 (0.9) |
Self-help/discussion group | 0 | 3(2.7) |
Paid privately for treatments | 29 (27.1) | 29 (26.4) |
OA = osteoarthritis. TJR = total joint replacement.