Table 4.
Comparison of the findings at baseline, after 8 weeks and after 16 weeks.
| Pair t-test | Baseline—after 8 weeks (P value) | Baseline—after 16 weeks (P value) |
|---|---|---|
| RUSI | ||
| 90 | 0.11 | 0.81 |
| 60 | 0.34 | 0.97 |
| 60 submax | 0.73 | 0.02* |
| EMG | ||
| 90 | 0.24 | 0.12 |
| 60 | 0.6 | 0.32 |
| 60 submax | 0.08 | 0.04* |
| Questionnaires | ||
| Pain | 0.03* | 0.01* |
| Stiffness | 0.07 | 0.04* |
| Mobility | 0.17 | 0.08 |
| Total work | 0.57 | 0.25 |
*P < 0.05, significance.
90: MVC at knee flexion 90°; 60: MVC at knee flexion 60°; submax: submaximal effort (30% of MVC) at knee flexion 60°.