Ensuring a fit‐for‐purpose resource for consumers, clinicians and health services: the updated Osteoarthritis of the Knee Clinical Care Standard.

The updated Osteoarthritis of the Knee Clinical Care Standard aims to provide evidence-based care for individuals with knee osteoarthritis. The standard emphasizes non-surgical management and recommends against unnecessary procedures such as knee arthroscopy. It also focuses on comprehensive assessment and diagnosis, appropriate use of imaging, education and self-management, physical activity and exercise, weight management and nutrition, and the use of medicines to manage pain and mobility. The standard includes cultural safety and equity considerations and provides recommendations for effective communication between clinicians and patients. Resources are available to support consumers, clinicians, and health services in implementing the standard. [Extracted from the article]