[Efficacy of hydrotherapy versus gym treatment in primary total knee prosthesis due to osteoarthritis: a randomized controlled trial].

Background: Physiotherapy is postulated as an effective treatment after total knee arthroplasty (TKA). The objective of the study was to assess the efficacy of hydrotherapy versus gym kinesitherapy during the second phase of treatment in TKA patients, with regard to the improved gait test, pain, stiffness, joint balance, muscle strength and inflammation.

Methods: A controlled and randomized trial was carried out.