Water vs land exercises for knee osteoarthritis
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study compares two types of physical therapy exercises — one done in water and one done on land — to see which is better for reducing pain and improving movement in people with knee osteoarthritis.
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Who can take part
- You are between 40 and 65 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with osteoarthritis in both knees for at least one year.
- Your knee X-ray shows a moderate level of arthritis (grade 2 or 3).
- You can walk without help from a person or device.
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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