Table 3.
Outcome overall Mean scores in KOOS subscales and NRS at baseline and follow-up
| Assessment | Visit | Mean ± SD | p value |
|---|---|---|---|
| KOOS: Pain | Baseline | 42.1 ± 17.3 | |
| 6 weeks | 54.8 ± 21.4 | < 0.0001 | |
| 3 months | 58.3 ± 20.9 | < 0.0001 | |
| 6 months | 65.2 ± 22.2 | < 0.0001 | |
| KOOS: Symptoms and stiffness | Baseline | 46.6 ± 23.0 | |
| 6 weeks | 58.4 ± 26.1 | < 0.01 | |
| 3 months | 57.6 ± 23.2 | < 0.01 | |
| 6 months | 63.6 ± 22.8 | < 0.01 | |
| KOOS: Daily living | Baseline | 51.5 ± 23.7 | |
| 6 weeks | 61.0 ± 24.0 | < 0.001 | |
| 3 months | 65.3 ± 21.0 | < 0.0001 | |
| 6 months | 73.4 ± 23.1 | < 0.001 | |
| KOOS: Sports and recreational activities | Baseline | 19.2 ± 17.7 | |
| 6 weeks | 32.0 ± 29.1 | < 0.01 | |
| 3 months | 29.9 ± 26.1 | < 0.01 | |
| 6 months | 44.5 ± 27.7 | < 0.001 | |
| KOOS: Quality of life | Baseline | 23.2 ± 17.8 | |
| 6 weeks | 33.2 ± 23.4 | < 0.001 | |
| 3 months | 33.4 ± 21.9 | < 0.01 | |
| 6 months | 45.4 ± 22.8 | < 0.0001 | |
| Numeric rating scale | Baseline | 6.6 ± 1.4 | |
| 6 weeks | 4.9 ± 2.3 | < 0.0001 | |
| 3 months | 4.7 ± 2.2 | < 0.0001 | |
| 6 months | 4.4 ± 2.6 | < 0.001 |
KOOS: Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score, NRS: Numeric Rating Scale