Therapeutic Exercises for Pain and Disability in Knee Osteoarthritis
Key facts
- Where
- Malakand, PakistanSee the site
Could this be for you?
Answer for yourself. This is not a decision: only the study team can say whether you can take part.
- Are you between 35 and 40 years old?
Source: NCT07128875, who can take part
Where in Pakistan
- Riphah international University Malakand CampusMalakand, PakistanContact: Dr.Nadeem Ahmad, MSNo longer taking part
Questions to ask the study team
- How often do I need to come in, and for how long each time?
- Are travel costs paid?
- Can I keep my own doctor?
- What happens if I want to stop?
Contact the study team: see the registry record → Contacts and Locations
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- Who runs it
- Riphah International University
- Trial code
- NCT07128875
- Record updated
- 19 August 2025
- Original description
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of structured therapeutic exercises in reducing pain and disability among older adults diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis. The intervention will involve a supervised physical therapy program targeting muscle strength, joint mobility, and functional capacity. Participants will undergo 6 weeks of therapy, and improvements in pain and physical function will be measured using validated scales.Read full original descriptionShow less
Effectiveness of Therapeutic Exercises in Reducing Pain and Disability in Knee Osteoarthritis Patients in Older Adults
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of structured therapeutic exercises in reducing pain and disability among older adults diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis. The intervention will involve a supervised physical therapy program targeting muscle strength, joint mobility, and functional capacity. Participants will undergo 6 weeks of therapy, and improvements in pain and physical function will be measured using validated scales.
Inclusion: Diagnosed with knee OA; Aged 50-75 years; Experiencing pain or functional limitation; Able to attend supervised sessions; Provided informed consent.
Exclusion: Severe cardiovascular or neurological conditions; Uncontrolled hypertension or diabetes; Acute injury or fracture in lower limb.