Table 2.
Comparison of the functional status of the articularis genus muscle between the affected and non-affected knees in individuals with unilateral knee OA (N=15).
| Variables | Affected knee | Non-affected knee | P-value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muscle thickness | |||
| - Rest (mm) | 1.99 ± 0.10 | 2.11 ± 0.15 | < 0.001 |
| - %Muscle-Increase (%) | 49.55 ± 18.75 | 74.20 ± 12.21 | < 0.001 |
| Anteroposterior distance of the bursa | |||
| - Rest (mm) | 2.98 ± 1.92 | 0.98 ± 0.43 | < 0.001 |
| - %Bursa-Increase (%) | 68.70 ± 31.45 | 222.02 ± 71.80 | < 0.001 |
| Moving distance of the insertion (mm) | 6.20 ± 1.85 | 9.06 ± 2.00 | < 0.001 |
Values are mean ± SD.