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Osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the most common degenerative diseases of the joints experienced by the elderly, characterized by damage to cartilage that causes pain, stiffness, and decreased joint function. This disease usually occurs in joints that support body weight, such as the knees, which can interfere with the mobility and quality of life of the elderly. To overcome this, one approach that can be done is physiotherapy, which focuses on strengthening exercises to improve joint stability and function. Exercises such as straight leg raise, heel raise, and wall squat can help strengthen the muscles around the knee joint, reduce pain, and improve mobility in the elderly. This physiotherapy counseling was carried out at the Sawojajar Posyandu on October 20-24, 2024, with the aim of educating the elderly about Osteoarthritis and providing strengthening exercises. During the activity, pre-tests and post-tests were carried out to measure the effectiveness of the counseling. The results of the evaluation showed an increase in the elderly's knowledge about OA and their ability to perform the strengthening exercises that had been taught. The education delivered using leaflets also helps the elderly better understand ways to prevent and manage OA with proper physical exercise. In conclusion, this activity succeeded in improving the knowledge and skills of the elderly in dealing with Osteoarthritis through structured and easy-to-understand physiotherapy interventions.

Wonorejo Village is located in Polokarto District, Sukoharjo Regency, Central Java Province, which shows a high commitment to the welfare of the elderly. One of the diseases that is often suffered by the elderly is knee osteoarthritis. Objective: to reduce complaints that arise in knee osteoarthritis conditions such as pain, stiffness, and increase the ability of daily activities. Method: An educational approach based on pre-test and post-test to measure the increase in participants' knowledge before and after the activity. Results: Pre-test and post-test evaluations showed a significant increase in the understanding of elderly participants after counseling and demonstration activities related to knee osteoarthritis. Conclusion: counseling accompanied by demonstrations of simple exercises has proven effective in increasing the understanding of the elderly about osteoarthritis and how to handle it independently

The elderly range of diseases, one of which is reduced fluid in the knee joint will result in knee osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease that attacks the articular cartilage in the knee and causes changes in the joint along with the subchondral bone, which is characterized by knee pain, pain, and stiffness in the morning, pain when going up and down stairs, and feeling pain when squatting for a long time. This counseling aims to increase knowledge and insight for the elderly regarding knee osteoarthritis, one of the most common health problems. The method in this study uses counseling methods with leaflet media. The results obtained in the elderly integrated health service post understand the provision of counseling related to knee osteoarthritis.

The elderly range of diseases, one of which is reduced fluid in the knee joint will result in knee osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease that attacks the articular cartilage in the knee and causes changes in the joint along with the subchondral bone, which is characterized by knee pain, pain, and stiffness in the morning, pain when going up and down stairs, and feeling pain when squatting for a long time. This counseling aims to increase knowledge and insight for the elderly regarding knee osteoarthritis, one of the most common health problems. The method in this study uses counseling methods with leaflet media. The results obtained in the elderly integrated health service post understand the provision of counseling related to knee osteoarthritis.

Elderly is the final stage of adulthood where a person will enter the age of 60 and above. In the elderly, osteoarthritis occurs more often in the knee joints (knee osteoarthritis) than in other areas, such as the joints of the hands and hips. The most common clinical symptoms are pain that arises gradually and worsens over time, stiffness, crepitus, and joint motion restrictions. The purpose of this study was to educate the elderly about the meaning of knee osteoarthritis, risk factors, signs and symptoms, prevention efforts, and exercises that can be done at home. The method used was to provide counseling in the form of health promotion about knee osteoarthritis to the elderly with leaflets as a medium for counseling. Pre-test and post-test were given to measure the effectiveness of counseling. The conclusion of this study was that the activity went smoothly, was well realized, and received enthusiasm from the participants. The results obtained based on the evaluation were an increase in the knowledge and understanding of the elderly community in Tulusrejo Village regarding knee osteoarthritis.

Osteoarthritis is a joint disorder that develops degeneratively due to chronic inflammation in the joint. Symptoms involve the gradual breakdown of cartilage, osteophyte formation, and changes in the synovial membrane. Osteoarthritis sufferers often experience a decrease in daily activities. In particular, Knee Osteoarthritis is the most common type of Osteoarthritis that causes joint pain and limitation of motion in the knee, characterized by damage to the joint cartilage and Diarthrodial structures. In order for people to prevent Osteoarthritis Knee, it is important to identify the risk factors that can lead to the condition. With this understanding, it is hoped that people can avoid the risk factors as part of prevention efforts. By distributing leaflets and conducting Knee Osteoarthritis examinations and daily activity evaluations on patients, the results showed an increase in functional activity in the elderly after undergoing routine exercise therapy. In conclusion, through this counseling activity, increasing public awareness, especially among the elderly, about the importance of preventing Osteoarthritis Knee. Continuous preventive and curative efforts are needed to reduce the incidence rate of Osteoarthritis Knee in the community.

Mojolaban is a sub-district located in Sukoharjo Regency. Osteoarthritis is one of the most common complaints experienced by elderly people in Mojolaban. Knee osteoarthritis is inflammation of the knee due to damage to the knee joint which can be caused by age or trauma. This condition causes pain, stiffness in the joints and limitations in movement in the knee. The aim of the physiotherapy program in cases of osteoarthritis is education and demonstration of exercise therapy in the form of closed kinetic chain exercises to reduce pain and prevent complaints from getting worse. The method used is the counseling method (lecture and question and answer), providing leaflets, education, and demonstrations about closed kinetic chain exercises related to osteoarthritis knee targeting participants at Bekonang RW 09 Elderly Posyandu. To evaluate the increase in understanding, the author used a questionnaire before and after the test. The results showed a significant increase in understanding of osteoarthritis material and exercise therapy, with the average score increasing from 2.25 on the pre-test to 4.35 on the post-test. It is hoped that the results of this Community Service activity will become a reference for physiotherapists and other health professionals to encourage the implementation of similar activities, so that they can improve public health, especially in cases of osteoarthritis genu in the elderly.

Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disorder that often occurs with age. This joint disorder can cause various kinds of problems that can interfere with daily activities, such as walking, going up and down stairs, sitting to standing position, prayer activities, standing too long, and so on. Community service activities are carried out by conducting counseling activities related to knee osteoarthritis. The purpose of the outreach activities carried out in the Prolanis community consisting of the elderly or elderly is to increase knowledge and understanding of the role of physiotherapy, especially regarding the management of physiotherapy related to the treatment of osteoarthritis through exercises that can be done independently at home. Physiotherapy management in osteoarthritis can be done using hamstring stretch exercises and quadriceps setting exercises.