Leg strengthening for knee osteoarthritis and walking
Treatments studied
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests if strengthening your thigh and calf muscles can improve walking in people with knee osteoarthritis. It may help you walk better and feel more stable.
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Who can take part
- You are between 40 and 60 years old
- You have been diagnosed with moderate knee osteoarthritis (grade 2 or 3)
- Your thigh muscle strength is less than normal (manual muscle grade less than 4)
- You are able to understand and follow exercise instructions
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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