Knee stretching before versus after exercises for knee arthritis
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study compares two different timings of a knee treatment called mechanical traction (a gentle stretching of the knee joint) combined with therapeutic exercises. The goal is to see which order reduces pain and improves function better for people with knee osteoarthritis.
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Who can take part
- You have knee osteoarthritis (wear-and-tear arthritis) that is moderate or severe (grade II or III).
- You have pain in both knees, but one knee is more painful and will be treated.
- Your knee pain has lasted more than 3 months.
- You are between 50 and 65 years old.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 25 and 35 (overweight to mildly obese).
- You have not had knee surgery, knee injections, or physical therapy for your knees in the last 3 months.
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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