Mobilization and balance exercises for knee osteoarthritis
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether a special hands-on technique (Mulligan mobilization) combined with balance exercises can help people with knee osteoarthritis feel better and move easier. It's for people with mild to moderate knee OA who can walk without help.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis (grade 2 or 3).
- You can walk at least 50 feet without a cane or walker.
- You have not had knee surgery or a knee replacement.
- You have not had a steroid shot in your knee within the last six months.
- You do not have other health problems that affect your balance (like autoimmune disorders, mental illness, or nerve issues).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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