Prevalence of knee pain and factors influencing its risk in ambulatory chronic stroke survivors.

A study published in Topics in Stroke Rehabilitation examined how common knee pain is among stroke survivors who are able to walk, and identified factors that increase their risk of experiencing it. Understanding knee pain prevalence in this population is clinically significant for physical therapists managing post-stroke rehabilitation, as gait compensations and altered biomechanics may contribute to secondary musculoskeletal issues. The findings may help guide PT assessment and intervention strategies for ambulatory chronic stroke patients.

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