Arch Intern Med
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Massage therapy for osteoarthritis of the knee: a randomized controlled trial.
Massage therapy is an attractive treatment option for osteoarthritis (OA), but its efficacy is uncertain. We conducted a randomized, controlled trial of massage therapy for OA of the knee. ⋯ Massage therapy seems to be efficacious in the treatment of OA of the knee. Further study of cost effectiveness and duration of treatment effect is clearly warranted. .